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Drake Village

NSW 2469 • New South Wales

95
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Drake Village

Drake Village is a small rural locality in northern New South Wales, situated in the Tenterfield Shire approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Grafton. Set within the New England Tablelands near the rugged gorge country of the Gibraltar Range National Park, the village sits at altitude amid dense forests and picturesque highland scenery. The area has a long history connected to gold and tin mining that shaped European settlement in the region during the 19th century.

Today Drake Village is a quiet, tightly-knit community that attracts those drawn to its natural surroundings, including bushwalkers and nature lovers exploring the nearby national park and Heritage-listed Washpool wilderness area. The village has basic local amenities including a hotel, and residents rely on Grafton or Casino for major services. The unspoilt landscape and cool climate make it a distinctive and characterful corner of northern NSW.

Drake Village falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the Tenterfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2469
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tenterfield
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.93°, 152.37°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.18 km²
Population Density
81 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Drake Village for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$288K
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2469

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2469 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$37,478
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$44,967

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2469; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
780 km
By Train
N/A — nearest train station is Casino (~60 km away) on the North Coast line
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hours to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hours

🛣️ Highly remote locality; Grafton is the nearest major city at ~65 km; Casino provides train connections

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small village with limited footpaths; car essential for most travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There is 1 park or reserve in Drake Village.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
95
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Tenterfield Local Government Area, which contains Drake Village. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
437.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
367.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
183.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Tenterfield →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Drake Village NSW? +

Drake Village is a small rural locality in northern New South Wales, located in Tenterfield Shire approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Grafton in the New England highlands.

What is Drake Village known for? +

Drake Village has a rich gold and tin mining history from the 19th century. It is also known for its proximity to Gibraltar Range National Park and the Washpool Wilderness, which attract bushwalkers and nature lovers.

Is there a school in Drake Village? +

Yes, Drake Public School is a small government primary school serving the local rural community.

What is the median house price in Drake Village? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $287,500. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Drake Village a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Drake Village is part of the Tenterfield 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.

What is the population of Drake Village? +

Drake Village had a population of 95 at the 2021 Census.