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Dollys Flat

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietHinterland
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About Dollys Flat

Dollys Flat is a small rural locality in the Manning Valley of New South Wales, situated approximately 300 kilometres north of Sydney within the Mid-Coast Council area. Covering around 19 square kilometres of farming land, state forest, and bushland near the Barrington Tops foothills, the locality lies between Taree and the Barrington Tops National Park. With a 2021 Census population of 65 residents, Dollys Flat is a quiet and tightly knit rural community in the scenic Manning Valley.

The locality is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Manning Valley, with the Barrington Tops World Heritage Wilderness just to the north providing exceptional bushwalking, camping, and wildlife watching. The Manning River system offers fishing and watersports, while the nearby towns of Gloucester and Taree provide schools, supermarkets, and medical services. Dollys Flat suits small-scale farming families, hobby farmers, and nature lovers drawn to the exceptional natural environment of the Mid-North Coast hinterland.

Dollys Flat falls under postcode 2429 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 Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2429
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.87°, 152.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.75 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2429

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2429, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,137
Median 2023–24
$45,520
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,791

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2429; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Taree
40 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Taree (~4 hrs to Central)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs – 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hrs

🛣️ Accessed via Pacific Highway; car essential, Gloucester and Taree provide nearest services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dollys Flat is a rural locality with no local services; all daily needs require a car to Gloucester or Taree

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
65
▲ 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 Dollys 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 Dollys Flat known for? +

Dollys Flat is known for its beautiful position in the Manning Valley hinterland near the Barrington Tops, surrounded by state forest and rural farmland in one of NSW's most scenic mid-north coast regions.

How far is Dollys Flat from Sydney? +

Dollys Flat is approximately 300 kilometres north of Sydney, making it roughly a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway.

Does Dollys Flat have public transport? +

Dollys Flat has no local public transport. NSW TrainLink services operate from Taree, approximately 40 kilometres away, with connections to Sydney.

What is the population of Dollys Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dollys Flat has a population of approximately 65 residents, making it a very small rural community.

Is Dollys Flat a good place to live? +

Dollys Flat is ideal for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle near outstanding natural environments, including the Barrington Tops National Park and the Manning River system. Gloucester and Taree provide essential services.

What is the postcode for Dollys Flat? +

The postcode for Dollys Flat is 2429.

Is Dollys Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dollys 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.