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Heifer Station

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

8
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
152.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Heifer Station

Heifer Station is a remote rural locality in northern New South Wales, situated in the Clarence Valley region approximately 30 km west of Grafton. Spanning over 152 square kilometres of pastoral countryside, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in the region, with fewer than ten residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by wide open farmland, creek flats, and the quiet rhythms of agricultural life on the Northern Tablelands.

Life in Heifer Station revolves around farming and station work, with residents self-sufficient and accustomed to the distances of outback New South Wales. The nearest town, Grafton, provides access to schools, medical services, shopping, and the regional hospital. The locality sits within the federal electorate of Page and the state electorate of Northern Tablelands, reflecting its deep-rural character.

Heifer Station 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
152.53 km²
Population Density
0 /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
600 km
By Train
Not practical — nearest train at Grafton (~30 km away), with services to Sydney (~8–9 hr)
By Car (Peak)
~6.5 hr to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
~6 hr to Sydney

🛣️ Grafton is the nearest regional centre with train services on the NSW TrainLink North Coast line.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely remote rural locality — a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
8
▲ 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 Heifer Station. 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 Heifer Station located? +

Heifer Station is a rural locality in the Clarence Valley region of northern New South Wales, roughly 30 km west of Grafton.

How many people live in Heifer Station? +

According to the 2021 Census, Heifer Station has a population of approximately 8 people, making it one of NSW's most sparsely populated localities.

What is the nearest town to Heifer Station? +

Grafton is the nearest major town, providing access to shops, schools, medical services, and train connections.

Is Heifer Station a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Heifer Station 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 Heifer Station? +

Heifer Station had a population of 8 at the 2021 Census.