Wyneden crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wyneden
Wyneden is a small, rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, falling within the Kyogle Council local government area. Characterized by its undulating topography and proximity to the Richmond Range, the landscape is primarily defined by agricultural land use, including cattle grazing and timber production. The region is sparsely populated, with a demographic profile typical of remote agricultural communities, where residents are largely dispersed across private landholdings.
Local life in Wyneden is focused on agrarian activity and community-led engagement, with limited on-site infrastructure and services. As an unincorporated rural area, it lacks a dedicated town center, relying on the nearby administrative hub of Kyogle—approximately 20 kilometers to the east—for schools, healthcare, and retail amenities. The locality is connected by secondary rural roads that support local transport and logistics, reflecting the area’s historical reliance on the forestry and dairy industries that shaped the early settlement patterns of the Upper Richmond Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 42 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.