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Lowanna

NSW 2450 • New South Wales

359
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
158.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandBushlandPeacefulAffordable

About Lowanna

Lowanna is a large rural locality in the hinterland of the NSW Mid North Coast, situated approximately 40 kilometres west of Coffs Harbour within the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area. With a population of 359 spread across 159 square kilometres, the locality covers an expansive area of forested ridges, creek valleys, and small farming holdings in the Orara River catchment. The median income for the postcode is approximately $42,000, reflecting the area's rural and lifestyle demographic in the Page federal electorate.

Lowanna and its surrounds form part of the beautiful Orara Valley, a quiet rural corridor that stretches westward from Coffs Harbour through communities like Nana Glen and Glenreagh. The locality is characterised by hobby farms, timber country, and bush retreats, with residents drawn by affordable land, clean air, and the relaxed pace of hinterland living. Coffs Harbour provides the nearest comprehensive services — hospitals, shopping, schools, and the Pacific Highway — and is accessible within around 45 minutes by car, making Lowanna appealing to those who want rural space with coastal amenity nearby.

Lowanna falls under postcode 2450 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coffs Harbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2450
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Coffs Harbour
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.10°, 152.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
158.94 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited school bus services — Nana Glen / Coffs Harbour School services only; no regular public bus

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
575 km
By Train
Drive to Coffs Harbour station then NSW TrainLink (~6.5 hrs to Sydney Central); not practical for commuting
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min – 6 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr 30 min – 6 hr

🛣️ Coffs Harbour (40 km east) is the practical service hub. A car is essential for all daily needs.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lowanna has no local services; a car is essential for all errands and shopping in Nana Glen or Coffs Harbour

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Lowanna by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Lowanna Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lowanna" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
359
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lowanna known for? +

Lowanna is a quiet hinterland locality in the Orara Valley, known for its forested rural character, creek valleys, and affordable acreage lifestyle on the NSW Mid North Coast. The surrounding area is popular with hobby farmers, tree-changers, and those seeking a peaceful bush retreat within reach of Coffs Harbour.

How far is Lowanna from Coffs Harbour? +

Lowanna is approximately 40 kilometres west of Coffs Harbour, typically a 40 to 50 minute drive through the Orara Valley via communities like Nana Glen and Glenreagh.

Does Lowanna have public transport? +

Lowanna has no regular public transport. School bus services connect local students to nearby communities, but there is no general bus or rail service. The nearest train station is at Coffs Harbour, approximately 40 kilometres to the east, serviced by NSW TrainLink. A car is essential.

What is the population of Lowanna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lowanna has a population of 359 residents spread across approximately 159 square kilometres — a very low density of around 2.3 people per square kilometre, typical of the sparsely settled NSW hinterland.

Is Lowanna a good place to live? +

Lowanna is ideal for those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle with access to bushland, clean air, and the Orara River catchment, while remaining within driving distance of Coffs Harbour's beaches, shopping, and services. It suits tree-changers, hobby farmers, retirees, and anyone valuing space and nature over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Lowanna? +

The postcode for Lowanna, New South Wales is 2450.