Woodlawn crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Woodlawn
Woodlawn is a semi-rural locality situated within the Lismore City Council local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales (postcode 2480). Located just north of the Lismore city centre, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural terrain and low-density residential development. As a small constituent of the greater Lismore region, its demographic profile is typical of the peri-urban fringes of the area, featuring a mix of long-term rural landholders and residents seeking proximity to the educational and commercial hubs of Lismore.
The locality is primarily recognized as the site of St John’s College, Woodlawn, a significant co-educational Catholic secondary school that has served the Northern Rivers region since the 1930s. The presence of this institution defines much of the local activity and infrastructure. Historically, the area was rooted in the development of the Catholic mission and educational facilities, which anchored the community's early growth. Today, Woodlawn functions largely as an educational and residential corridor, maintaining a quiet, rural atmosphere while remaining integrated into the broader civic and economic framework of the Lismore urban area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 45 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.