Whiporie crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 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 Whiporie
Whiporie is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, falling within the Richmond Valley Council local government area. Geographically, it is positioned along the Summerland Way, approximately 45 kilometers southwest of Casino. The area is characterized by low-density settlement, surrounding state forests, and undulating pastoral landscapes. Demographically, Whiporie maintains a very small population, typical of the dispersed rural communities in the hinterland, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture, forestry, and local transport-related industries.
The locality functions as a small transit point and residential hub, with amenities concentrated along the main transport corridor. The central feature of the community is the Whiporie Hotel, which serves as both a social venue and a landmark for travelers navigating the Summerland Way. Historically, the area developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, driven largely by the timber industry and the expansion of the North Coast railway line. While many of the original industrial operations have diminished, the village retains a quiet, historical character defined by its association with early regional settlement and the development of the Richmond Valley’s internal transport routes.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 114 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.