Wilsons Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 13 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wilsons Creek
Wilsons Creek is a rural locality (postcode 2482) situated in the Byron Shire of New South Wales, located approximately 10 kilometres west of Mullumbimby. Characterised by its rugged, subtropical topography, the area is defined by the steep, forested slopes of the Byron hinterland and the course of Wilsons Creek, a tributary of the Brunswick River. Demographically, the locality is sparsely populated, home to a small community that values the area's relative isolation, ecological significance, and rainforest environment.
The locality is primarily residential and agricultural in nature, lacking major commercial infrastructure. Residents typically rely on the neighbouring town of Mullumbimby for essential services, education, and retail needs. Life in Wilsons Creek is centred around its natural landscape, with land use largely dedicated to conservation, small-scale hobby farming, and private residences nestled within the valley. The area is noted for its high biodiversity and is subject to the planning regulations of the Byron Local Environmental Plan, which seeks to preserve its rural character and environmental integrity.
Historically, the region was part of the traditional lands of the Bundjalung people. Following European arrival in the late 19th century, the area was heavily impacted by the timber industry, which cleared much of the original "Big Scrub" rainforest for logging and subsequent dairy farming. While remnants of this agricultural heritage remain, the landscape has largely transitioned back toward ecological restoration. Today, the heritage of Wilsons Creek is preserved through the community's focus on environmental stewardship and the retention of the valley’s secluded, historic rural atmosphere.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 466 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.