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Caffreys Flat

NSW 2424 • New South Wales

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
65.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandCar-Dependent
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About Caffreys Flat

Caffreys Flat is a small rural locality in the Gloucester area of the Mid North Coast NSW, situated approximately 300 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 65 square kilometres of forested and pastoral land in the Barrington River catchment.

The nearest town of Gloucester, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Gloucester area is the gateway to the Barrington Tops World Heritage wilderness and is known for cattle farming. There is no public transport serving Caffreys Flat; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Caffreys Flat falls under postcode 2424 and is governed by the Mid-Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2424
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.64°, 151.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
65.22 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2424

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2424 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$33,747
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$38,422

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2424; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4 hr - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 4 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Gloucester is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Mid-Coast Local Government Area, which contains Caffreys Flat. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caffreys Flat known for? +

Caffreys Flat is a quiet rural locality in the Gloucester area of the Mid North Coast NSW. The locality covers approximately 65 square kilometres of forested and pastoral land in the Barrington River catchment.

How far is Caffreys Flat from Sydney CBD? +

Caffreys Flat is approximately 300 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 4 to 4 hour drive.

Does Caffreys Flat have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Caffreys Flat. A private vehicle is essential, with Gloucester approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Caffreys Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Caffreys Flat has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Gloucester area of the Mid North Coast NSW.

Is Caffreys Flat a good place to live? +

Caffreys Flat suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Gloucester area of the Mid North Coast NSW, with Gloucester providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Caffreys Flat? +

The postcode for Caffreys Flat is 2424, covering this rural locality in the Gloucester area of the Mid North Coast NSW.

Is Caffreys Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Caffreys Flat is part of the Mid-Coast LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.