Valla crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
65 recorded in this period, compared with 76 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Valla
Valla is a coastal locality situated in the Nambucca Valley Shire of New South Wales (postcode 2448). Located between the regional hubs of Coffs Harbour and Nambucca Heads, the area is characterized by its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, lush hinterland forests, and the meandering Valla Creek. Demographically, the locality consists of a small, dispersed population living in a mix of residential, rural-residential, and agricultural properties. The landscape is defined by its undulating coastal terrain and remnants of native vegetation, which support a quiet, semi-rural character.
Local life in Valla centers on outdoor recreation and its natural surroundings, particularly the popular Valla Beach area, which features surf breaks and walking tracks. While the locality itself offers limited commercial infrastructure, it functions as a peaceful residential base with basic amenities provided by the nearby townships of Nambucca Heads and Urunga. The area is intersected by the Pacific Highway, which facilitates access to broader regional services, education, and healthcare within the Nambucca Valley Local Government Area.
The history of the Valla region is deeply rooted in the traditional custodianship of the Gumbaynggirr people, who have occupied the Nambucca Valley for millennia. Following European settlement in the mid-19th century, the area’s early economy was primarily driven by timber harvesting and small-scale agriculture. Over the 20th century, the region transitioned from a resource-extraction focus toward tourism and residential development. Today, remnants of its pastoral history remain visible in the landscape, while the community retains a strong connection to its environmental heritage and Indigenous cultural significance.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 9 | 9 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 5 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 2 |
| Arson | 4 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 7 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 3 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 1 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 4 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,052 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.