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Sherwood (Clarence Valley - NSW)

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
102.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuietBushland
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About Sherwood (Clarence Valley - NSW)

Sherwood is a large rural locality in the Clarence Valley region of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 650 kilometres north of Sydney and within the Clarence Valley Council local government area. Covering over 102 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural and forested land, the locality sits in the broad hinterland between Grafton and the coast. With just 68 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Sherwood is a sparsely settled farming and grazing community typical of the northern NSW interior.

The surrounding Clarence Valley landscape is characterised by beef cattle grazing, sugarcane farming, and extensive State forest and nature reserves, including pockets of remnant subtropical rainforest in the elevated fringes. The Clarence River and its tributaries are central to the region's agricultural heritage, and the broader valley offers excellent fishing, canoe touring, and nature-based recreation. Grafton, the regional centre of the Clarence Valley known for its annual Jacaranda Festival and tree-lined streets, is the nearest town for shopping, health, and educational services. Life in Sherwood is deeply rural, with residents relying on private vehicles for all day-to-day needs.

Sherwood (Clarence Valley - NSW) falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by the Coffs Harbour Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2440
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Coffs Harbour
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
102.33 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2440

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2440, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,686
Median 2023–24
$48,150
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2440; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
650 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Grafton station for North Coast Line trains (approx. 9–10 hr to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
7 hr - 7 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hr - 7 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Pacific Highway/Pacific Motorway (M1) is the main route south. Brisbane CBD is approx. 4 hr north via Pacific Motorway.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Sherwood is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Grafton or surrounding towns.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area, which contains Sherwood (Clarence Valley - NSW). Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
419.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
304 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.6%
Non-DV assault
593.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
428.3 / 100k
2yr Down 20.4% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Coffs Harbour →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sherwood (Clarence Valley) known for? +

Sherwood in the Clarence Valley is known as a quiet rural farming and grazing locality in northern NSW. The broader Clarence Valley region is recognised for its beef cattle and sugarcane farming, extensive national parks and forests, and the nearby regional centre of Grafton with its famous Jacaranda Festival.

How far is Sherwood (Clarence Valley) from Sydney CBD? +

Sherwood in the Clarence Valley is approximately 650 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 7 to 7.5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway and Pacific Motorway.

Does Sherwood (Clarence Valley) have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Sherwood. The nearest train station is at Grafton, approximately 50–60 kilometres to the south-west, on the North Coast Line. A private vehicle is essential for all travel in this remote rural locality.

What is the population of Sherwood (Clarence Valley)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sherwood (Clarence Valley) has a population of 68 residents across more than 102 square kilometres, reflecting its highly dispersed rural character with most residents on large farming and grazing properties.

Is Sherwood (Clarence Valley) a good place to live? +

Sherwood suits those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle in the scenic northern NSW hinterland, with access to extensive farmland and natural areas. However, residents must travel significant distances for schools, healthcare, shopping, and other services, with Grafton being the nearest regional centre.

What is the postcode for Sherwood (Clarence Valley)? +

The postcode for Sherwood (Clarence Valley), NSW is 2440.

Is Sherwood a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sherwood is part of the Coffs Harbour 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.

What is the population of Sherwood? +

Sherwood had a population of 68 at the 2021 Census.