Lake Hiawatha
NSW 2462 • New South Wales
About Lake Hiawatha
Lake Hiawatha is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley region of coastal northern New South Wales, with a postcode of 2462 covering the area around the Clarence River lowlands. The locality covers approximately 2.8 square kilometres at low elevation near the coast and has a very small permanent population. The Clarence Valley is characterised by a subtropical climate, fertile floodplains, and proximity to beaches, estuaries, and the Clarence River. The area is within the traditional Country of the Yaegl people.
Lake Hiawatha and the surrounding Clarence Valley coastal hinterland offer a tranquil natural environment with wetlands, coastal scrub, and lake systems typical of northern NSW. The locality is close to the Clarence River system and enjoys a warm, humid climate year-round. Residents and visitors are attracted by the natural surrounds, with fishing, birdwatching, and kayaking available in the nearby waterways. Grafton and Maclean provide the nearest urban services, hospitals, and retail. The lifestyle is distinctly rural and coastal, appealing to those seeking quiet rural living near the NSW north coast.
Lake Hiawatha falls under postcode 2462 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Busways Clarence Valley routes — Grafton / Maclean ~45 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ The Pacific Highway (A1) is the main road corridor. Grafton is the nearest regional centre with full services. Very remote from major cities.
Lake Hiawatha is a remote rural coastal locality with no local services. A private vehicle is essential. Grafton and Maclean are the nearest towns for daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Tucabia Public School ICSEA 8692 Mookin St
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Ulmarra Public School ICSEA 9716644 5266 2476 Big River Way
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Lake Hiawatha by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Lake Hiawatha Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lake Hiawatha" under Suburb