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Halfway Creek

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

246
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
83.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Halfway Creek

Halfway Creek is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales, situated approximately halfway between Grafton and Coffs Harbour along the Pacific Highway, giving the locality its distinctive name. With a population of around 246 residents spread across 83 square kilometres, it is a lightly settled agricultural district characterised by rolling green pastures, eucalypt woodland, and the gentle waterways draining into the Clarence River system. The community falls within the federal electorate of Page and the state electorate of Northern Tablelands, reflecting its deep roots in NSW's regional north.

Life in Halfway Creek revolves around farming and the quiet rhythms of rural New South Wales. The locality is popular with hobby farmers and those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle, with residents typically commuting to nearby Grafton or Woolgoolga for work and services. The area's low median household income reflects its agricultural character and the modest, land-rich lifestyle that many residents here have chosen over urban convenience.

Halfway Creek 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
83.17 km²
Population Density
3 /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

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
N/A – no direct train from locality
By Car (Peak)
~6 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5.5 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Grafton (30 km north) has rail access via the NSW TrainLink Northern tablelands route

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
246
▲ 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 Halfway Creek. 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

How far is Halfway Creek from Grafton? +

Halfway Creek is approximately 30 kilometres south of Grafton, about a 25-minute drive along the Pacific Highway.

What is the character of Halfway Creek? +

Halfway Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Clarence Valley known for farming, acreage living, and its location midway between Grafton and Coffs Harbour.

Are there schools in Halfway Creek? +

There are no schools directly in Halfway Creek. Residents typically travel to Grafton or surrounding towns for schooling.

Is Halfway Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Halfway Creek 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.

What is the population of Halfway Creek? +

Halfway Creek had a population of 246 at the 2021 Census.