Upper Duroby crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Upper Duroby
Upper Duroby is a semi-rural locality situated in the Tweed Shire of far northern New South Wales, within the postcode area of 2486. The landscape is primarily defined by undulating hills and fertile valleys characteristic of the Tweed River catchment, providing a transition between the coastal plains and the volcanic ranges of the hinterland. Demographically, the area is sparsely populated, consisting largely of low-density residential properties, small-scale agricultural holdings, and environmental conservation zones.
The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, with limited commercial amenities, requiring residents to travel to neighboring towns such as Murwillumbah or the coastal hubs of the Tweed for essential services, retail, and schooling. Local life is focused on a rural lifestyle, with land use dominated by livestock grazing and horticulture. Historically, the area was developed as part of the broader North Coast expansion during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when the clearing of subtropical rainforests facilitated the establishment of the timber and dairy industries. Today, it retains its character as a quiet hinterland community, reflecting the regional history of European agricultural settlement and the ongoing preservation of the natural riparian environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 118 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.