Dyers Crossing

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

346
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
38.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideAgriculturalQuiet
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About Dyers Crossing

Dyers Crossing is a rural locality in the Manning Valley region of mid-North Coast New South Wales, situated within the MidCoast Council area approximately 310 kilometres north of Sydney. The locality spans nearly 39 square kilometres of farming and bushland country along the Manning River corridor, and recorded a population of 346 at the 2021 Census. With a median household income of around $37,000 — below the national average — it reflects the broader socioeconomic character of the Manning Valley's rural hinterland.

The Manning Valley is renowned for its scenic river landscapes, dairy farming, and relaxed rural lifestyle, and Dyers Crossing fits naturally into this character. The regional centre of Taree, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, provides the full range of services including supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and transport connections. Dyers Crossing suits acreage owners, hobby farmers, and those drawn to the quiet mid-North Coast hinterland — within reasonable reach of both the beaches of the Barrington Coast and the forests of the Barrington Tops National Park.

Dyers Crossing 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

Postcode
2429
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.77°, 152.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
38.85 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.17M
8 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 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

Bus Services

  • Limited local bus services — Taree (Manning Valley hub) 30–40 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
310 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest coach connections depart from Taree (~30km)
By Car (Peak)
3h 30min – 4h via Pacific Highway (M1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h – 3h 30min

🛣️ Pacific Highway provides main arterial access; Oxley Highway connects to New England region

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dispersed rural locality with no local services; all daily errands require driving to Taree or nearby Manning Valley towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
346
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 Dyers Crossing. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dyers Crossing known for? +

Dyers Crossing is known for its quiet rural character within the scenic Manning Valley, a region celebrated for dairy farming, the Manning River, and proximity to both coastal beaches and the Barrington Tops wilderness.

How far is Dyers Crossing from Sydney? +

Dyers Crossing is approximately 310 kilometres north of Sydney, making it around a 3.5 to 4-hour drive via the Pacific Highway (M1).

Does Dyers Crossing have public transport? +

Dyers Crossing has very limited public transport. There is no rail service in the immediate area; the nearest major transport hub is Taree, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, which has coach connections and limited regional bus services.

What is the population of Dyers Crossing? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dyers Crossing has a population of 346 people across approximately 39 square kilometres of rural and bushland terrain in the Manning Valley.

Is Dyers Crossing a good place to live? +

Dyers Crossing offers genuine rural lifestyle in one of NSW's most picturesque river valleys, appealing to those who value space, nature, and a slower pace of life. Taree provides everyday services within a 30-minute drive, and the region's mix of coastal and hinterland scenery is a major drawcard.

What is the postcode for Dyers Crossing? +

The postcode for Dyers Crossing is 2429, which covers a number of Manning Valley localities including Taree and surrounding areas.

What is the median house price in Dyers Crossing? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,166,250. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Dyers Crossing a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dyers Crossing 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.