Wells Crossing crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wells Crossing
Wells Crossing is a rural locality situated within the Clarence Valley Council area of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2460. Positioned north of Coffs Harbour and south of Grafton, its geography is characterized by low-lying coastal plains, native forests, and agricultural land. Demographically, the area is sparsely populated, functioning primarily as a quiet residential and farming community with residents dispersed across acreage properties.
The locality is strategically located along the Pacific Highway, which serves as the primary transport corridor for local connectivity. While Wells Crossing itself lacks significant commercial infrastructure or public amenities, it relies on nearby regional centres like Grafton and Woolgoolga for essential services, education, and retail. Historically, the area developed in tandem with the broader expansion of the North Coast, with its land use traditionally rooted in timber getting and pastoral activities. Today, the locality maintains its heritage as a transit-oriented rural enclave, defined by its natural landscape and proximity to the regional hubs of the Northern Rivers.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 3 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 212 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.