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Junction Hill

NSW 2460 • Rest of NSW

1,547
Population (2021)
$69,680
Median Household Income
7.47 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySemi-RuralSubtropicalRegionalAffordable

About Junction Hill

Junction Hill is a residential suburb located approximately 5 kilometres north of Grafton in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales. With a population of around 1,547, it sits on elevated ground overlooking the Clarence River floodplain. The suburb is part of the broader Grafton urban area, which serves as the administrative and commercial centre of the Clarence Valley local government area. Junction Hill enjoys a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Junction Hill is a popular residential area for families working in Grafton, offering a semi-rural feel with larger block sizes than the town centre. The suburb has a primary school and is close to Grafton's full range of services including Grafton Shoppingworld, the Clarence Valley hospital, and various sporting facilities. The area provides easy access to the natural attractions of the Clarence Valley, including the Clarence River for fishing and boating. Grafton is famous for its jacaranda-lined streets and annual Jacaranda Festival.

Junction Hill falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by Clarence Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2460
Urban Area
Grafton
LGA / Council
Clarence Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Clarence
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.64°, 152.93°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
7.47 km²
Elevation
13m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$575K
31 sales · ▲ 6% vs 2024

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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,528
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

3 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Grafton Railway Station
5 km
60 min

Bus Services

  • Busways Route 725 — Grafton CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Grafton CBD

Distance
5 km
By Bus
10-15 min
By Car (Peak)
8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 min

🛣️ Local commute to Grafton; Coffs Harbour is 85km south (1h drive)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential suburb with limited footpaths; car needed for shopping and services in Grafton.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Clarence Valley Local Government Area, which contains Junction Hill. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,370
Census 2021
1,547
▲ 12.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$29,432
Personal Income 2021
$34,736
▲ 18.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$34,736 / yr
$668/wk
Household
$69,680 / yr
$1340/wk
Family
$77,428 / yr
$1489/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,409
Born Overseas 76

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 27
  • 2. New Zealand 7
  • 3. United States 6
  • 4. Germany 5
  • 5. Netherlands 4
  • 6. Philippines 4
  • 7. Bangladesh 3
  • 8. India 3
  • 9. South Africa 3
  • 10. Sri Lanka 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 738
English 727
Irish 177
Scottish 138
Australian Aboriginal 81
German 74
Italian 26
Dutch 14
New Zealander 11
Indian 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,252
Both parents born in Australia
116
Both parents born overseas
108
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
60.8%
No Religion
32.2%
Islam
0.7%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
101 (6.5%)
5-14 years
187 (12.1%)
15-19 years
72 (4.7%)
20-24 years
61 (3.9%)
25-34 years
178 (11.5%)
35-44 years
130 (8.4%)
45-54 years
169 (10.9%)
55-64 years
203 (13.1%)
65-74 years
263 (17.0%)
75-84 years
141 (9.1%)
85+ years
54 (3.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Junction Hill known for? +

Junction Hill is a residential suburb located approximately 5 kilometres north of Grafton in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales. With a population of around 1,547, it sits on elevated ground overlooking the Clarence River floodplain.

How far is Junction Hill from Grafton CBD? +

Junction Hill is approximately 5 kilometres from Grafton CBD. The drive takes around 8 min during peak hour and 7 min off-peak.

Does Junction Hill have public transport? +

Junction Hill is served by Grafton Railway Station station (5 km, approximately 60 min walk) on the NSW TrainLink North Coast line (Sydney-Brisbane). Local bus services including Busways Route 725 also connect residents to Grafton CBD.

What is the population of Junction Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Junction Hill has a population of approximately 1,547 residents.

Is Junction Hill a good place to live? +

Junction Hill offers a rural lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Junction Hill? +

The postcode for Junction Hill in NSW is 2460.

What is the average income in Junction Hill? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Junction Hill is about $668 per week (around $34,700 per year). The median household income is $1,340 per week and the median family income is $1,489 per week.

What is the median house price in Junction Hill? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $575,000, up 6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Junction Hill? +

The median age in Junction Hill is 47. The largest age group is 65–74 (263 residents, around 17%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 30% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Junction Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Junction Hill 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.

How much is rent in Junction Hill? +

In Junction Hill, the median weekly rent is $350, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,528 (2021 Census).