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Mountain View

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

208
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAffordableQuietClarence Valley
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About Mountain View

Mountain View is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 12 kilometres north of Grafton along Clarence Way within the Clarence Valley Council area. The locality spans just over 12 square kilometres of gently undulating rural land, zoned for rural use and characterised by open farmland, lifestyle blocks, and riverside country close to the Clarence River. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 208 residents across 69 dwellings, reflecting its quiet semi-rural character.

The locality's proximity to Grafton — a 10 to 15 minute drive via sealed roads — means residents have ready access to the city's schools, shops, healthcare, and rail services, while enjoying the space and tranquillity of country living. The Clarence River and its surrounding floodplain landscapes are a defining feature of the region. Mountain View appeals to those seeking affordable rural acreage close to a regional centre, sitting within the Northern Tablelands state electorate.

Mountain View 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
12.65 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$631K
10 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

Nearest Train Stations

Grafton Station
12 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Busways Clarence Valley services — Grafton CBD approx. 15–20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
640 km
By Train
Drive to Grafton (~12 km), then NSW TrainLink XPT to Sydney Central (~9 hours)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 7 hours to Sydney CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 6.5 hours to Sydney CBD

🛣️ Grafton is the main service centre; Pacific Highway and New England Highway provide main road access. Brisbane is approximately 4.5 hours by car.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops; residents drive to Grafton for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
208
▲ 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 Mountain View. 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 Mountain View known for? +

Mountain View is a quiet rural locality known for its affordable rural blocks and farmland along Clarence Way in the Clarence Valley. It offers semi-rural living close to Grafton, with open country and proximity to the Clarence River.

How far is Mountain View from Grafton? +

Mountain View is approximately 12 kilometres north of Grafton, a drive of around 10 to 15 minutes via sealed roads, making Grafton's city services very accessible.

Does Mountain View have public transport? +

There is no local bus service within Mountain View itself. Residents drive to Grafton (approximately 12 km) to access bus or rail connections, including NSW TrainLink intercity services.

What is the population of Mountain View? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 208 residents in Mountain View, across approximately 69 dwellings, making it a small rural locality within the Clarence Valley.

Is Mountain View a good place to live? +

Mountain View suits those seeking affordable rural land close to a regional centre. With Grafton only 10–15 minutes away, residents enjoy country tranquillity without being far from shops, schools, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Mountain View? +

The postcode for Mountain View NSW is 2460, which it shares with Grafton and surrounding Clarence Valley localities.

What is the median house price in Mountain View? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $631,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Mountain View a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mountain View 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.