Wollongbar crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
113 recorded in this period, compared with 113 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wollongbar
Wollongbar is a plateau township located in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated between the major regional centers of Lismore and Ballina. Falling within the Ballina Shire local government area and the 2477 postcode, the locality is characterized by its elevated position, fertile volcanic soil, and rural-residential landscape. The locality maintains a moderate population density, primarily attracting families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle within close proximity to larger commercial hubs and the coastal attractions of the region.
The township offers a range of essential amenities, including the Wollongbar Public School, local sporting fields, and small-scale commercial facilities that serve the immediate residential community. The area is serviced by the Bruxner Highway, which facilitates transit to both Lismore and Ballina. Historically, the region was defined by its significant agricultural contributions, particularly in the dairy and macadamia industries, supported by the area's high-quality soil. While modern Wollongbar has transitioned toward a residential focus, remnants of its pastoral heritage remain evident in the surrounding landscape, which continues to feature pockets of working farmland and native vegetation.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 18 | 10 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 15 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 15 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 16 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 7 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 6 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 6 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 10 |
| Other theft | 3 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 7 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,261 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.