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Stockyard Creek

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
47.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideCar-Dependent
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About Stockyard Creek

Stockyard Creek is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley of Northern Rivers NSW, situated approximately 690 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 47 square kilometres of sub-tropical farming and creek country in the Clarence Valley.

The nearest town of Grafton, approximately 40 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Clarence Valley is famous for its jacaranda trees and the annual Grafton Jacaranda Festival, the oldest floral festival in Australia. There is no public transport serving Stockyard Creek; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Stockyard Creek 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
47.36 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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 service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
690 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
9 hr - 10 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hr - 9 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Grafton is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 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 Stockyard Creek. 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 Stockyard Creek known for? +

Stockyard Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Clarence Valley of Northern Rivers NSW. The locality covers approximately 47 square kilometres of sub-tropical farming and creek country in the Clarence Valley.

How far is Stockyard Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Stockyard Creek is approximately 690 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 9 to 10 hour drive.

Does Stockyard Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Stockyard Creek. A private vehicle is essential, with Grafton approximately 40 kilometres away.

What is the population of Stockyard Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stockyard Creek has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Clarence Valley of Northern Rivers NSW.

Is Stockyard Creek a good place to live? +

Stockyard Creek suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Clarence Valley of Northern Rivers NSW, with Grafton providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Stockyard Creek? +

The postcode for Stockyard Creek is 2460, covering this rural locality in the Clarence Valley of Northern Rivers NSW.

Is Stockyard Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stockyard Creek 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.