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Lanitza

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

313
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
66.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAffordableQuiet
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About Lanitza

Lanitza is a rural locality in northern New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres south of Grafton on the Orara Way, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area. With a population of 313 spread across around 67 square kilometres, Lanitza is a scattered agricultural community set among the rolling hills and forests of the Clarence Valley hinterland. The locality lies roughly 60 kilometres from Coffs Harbour, placing it within reach of both the coast and the regional centre of Grafton.

Lanitza has a modest rural history, with the North Coast railway line once passing through the area — a station and sidings operated from 1915 to 1974 before closure. Today the locality is home to hobby farms, rural residential properties, and native bushland, with residents relying on Grafton for shopping, healthcare, and education. The surrounding Clarence Valley countryside offers scenic landscapes and a relaxed hinterland lifestyle, attracting those who seek affordability and open space within driving distance of both coastal and inland services.

Lanitza 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
66.51 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$970K
11 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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.

💰 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

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Grafton for services Approx. 30 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
640 km
By Train
Drive to Grafton then NSW TrainLink North Coast service — over 8 hours
By Car (Peak)
7.5-8.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
7-8 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; Pacific Highway via Grafton and Coffs Harbour is the main route south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lanitza is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Grafton or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
313
▲ 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 Lanitza. 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

What is Lanitza known for? +

Lanitza is a quiet rural locality in the Clarence Valley hinterland, historically known for the North Coast railway that passed through from 1915 to 1974. Today it is home to hobby farms and rural properties, offering an affordable and peaceful lifestyle within reach of Grafton and the wider Clarence Valley region.

How far is Lanitza from Grafton? +

Lanitza is approximately 30 kilometres south of Grafton, typically around 30 minutes by car via the Orara Way. It is also about 60 kilometres from Coffs Harbour.

Does Lanitza have public transport? +

Lanitza has no public transport services. The nearest railway station is in Grafton, approximately 30 kilometres north. Residents rely on private vehicles for all travel.

What is the population of Lanitza? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lanitza has a population of 313 residents spread across approximately 67 square kilometres of rural hinterland in the Clarence Valley.

Is Lanitza a good place to live? +

Lanitza suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle in northern NSW, with access to the natural beauty of the Clarence Valley hinterland. It appeals to hobby farmers, tree-changers, and those valuing open space and quiet living, though a car is essential and services are accessed in Grafton or Coffs Harbour.

What is the postcode for Lanitza? +

The postcode for Lanitza, NSW is 2460.

What is the median house price in Lanitza? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $970,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Lanitza a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lanitza 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.