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Great Marlow

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

184
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Great Marlow

Great Marlow is a small rural locality in northern New South Wales, situated in the Clarence Valley near the coast, approximately 10 kilometres south of Grafton and within the Division of Page electorate. With a population of around 184 residents and covering just over 10 square kilometres, it is a quiet semi-rural community set among the river plains and subtropical hinterland of the Clarence Valley. The area falls under the Northern Tablelands state electorate and shares a postcode (2460) with Grafton, the regional centre of the Clarence Valley.

The locality has a relaxed rural character, with residents enjoying the natural beauty of the Clarence Valley — known for its meandering river, diverse birdlife, and proximity to national parks and reserves. Great Marlow is close to the services of Grafton, including shopping, healthcare, and Grafton's hospital, as well as the Clarence Valley's expanding wine and food tourism scene. It attracts acreage lifestyle seekers and families looking for semi-rural living with access to regional amenities, and is within driving distance of Yamba and the coast.

Great Marlow falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by the Clarence Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2460
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Clarence Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.32°, 153.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.15 km²
Population Density
18 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2460

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2460, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,571
Median 2023–24
$49,663
▲ 22.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,261

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2460; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Grafton Station
10 km
NSW TrainLink North Coast Line

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
640 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink North Coast line from Grafton; approx. 7.5 hours to Central
By Car (Peak)
approx. 6h 30min via Pacific Highway/M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 6h

🛣️ Grafton Airport offers limited regional flights. Coffs Harbour Airport (approx. 1h south) has more frequent services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no public footpaths; private vehicle required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
184
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
333.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.1%
Non-DV assault
503.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
373 / 100k
2yr Down 17.1% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Clarence Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Great Marlow, NSW? +

Great Marlow is a small rural locality approximately 10 km south of Grafton in the Clarence Valley, northern New South Wales. It shares the postcode 2460 with Grafton.

What is the population of Great Marlow? +

According to the 2021 Census, Great Marlow has a population of approximately 184 people.

What is Great Marlow near? +

Great Marlow is close to Grafton (the Clarence Valley regional centre), and within driving distance of Yamba, Maclean, and the Clarence Valley's beaches and national parks.

What schools are near Great Marlow? +

Families in Great Marlow typically access schools in Grafton, including South Grafton Public School, Grafton High School, and Clarence Valley Anglican School.

Is Great Marlow a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Great Marlow is part of the Clarence Valley 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.