Zara crime statistics

About Zara

Zara is a small, rural locality situated in the Tweed Shire of Northern New South Wales, within the postcode 2484. The area is defined by the undulating topography and verdant landscapes characteristic of the Border Ranges hinterland, positioned west of the coastal hubs of Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads. Due to its sparse settlement pattern, the locality maintains a minimal population density, consisting primarily of agricultural landholdings and isolated residential properties rather than a centralised town centre.

The local lifestyle is defined by its agrarian roots and proximity to the natural environment, with land use primarily dedicated to small-scale farming and hobby-acreage living. Residents rely on nearby service centres such as Murwillumbah for retail, healthcare, and educational infrastructure. Historically, the development of the Tweed hinterland was driven by the timber industry and later by the expansion of primary production, including dairy and sugar cane cultivation. While Zara does not feature significant urban heritage structures, the locality reflects the broader historical settlement patterns of the Tweed Valley, where pioneering agricultural efforts established the rural character that remains today.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 14541
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections