Washpool (Clarence Valley) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Washpool (Clarence Valley)
Washpool is a sparsely populated, rural locality situated within the Clarence Valley Council area of New South Wales, sharing the postcode 2460 with the regional hub of Grafton. Geographically, the area is defined by its rugged topography, characterized by dense forest cover and mountainous terrain that forms part of the broader Northern Rivers region. Due to its remote nature and environmental preservation, the locality has a negligible permanent population, consisting primarily of isolated rural landholdings rather than a centralized township.
Local life in Washpool is defined by its proximity to expansive wilderness areas, including the Washpool and Gibraltar Range National Parks, which are recognized for their World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests. There are no commercial amenities, schools, or public services within the locality itself; residents typically travel to nearby settlements like Copmanhurst or Grafton for retail, healthcare, and educational needs. The area is largely utilized for low-impact forestry, environmental conservation, and nature-based tourism, reflecting a heritage shaped by its deep connection to the surrounding bushland and the traditional lands of the Githabul and Bundjalung peoples.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
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.