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Waterview Heights

NSW 2460 • Rest of NSW

1,364
Population (2021)
$30,264
Median Income
58.33 km²
Area
63m
Elevation
RuralAcreage LivingAffordableClarence ValleyNorthern Rivers

About Waterview Heights

Waterview Heights is a rural locality in the Clarence Valley, located approximately 10 kilometres west of Grafton along the Gwydir Highway in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Covering a sprawling 58 square kilometres with a population of just 1,364 at the 2021 census, the locality has an extremely low population density. The community is predominantly established rural families living on acreage and small farms, with a character shaped by the surrounding bushland and Clarence River floodplain.

Life in Waterview Heights centres on the rural lifestyle—horse riding, hobby farming, and enjoying the spacious natural surroundings. Residents travel to Grafton for shopping, dining, medical services, and schooling. The Clarence River provides fishing and boating opportunities nearby. Property prices are considerably lower than coastal alternatives, making it attractive to families and retirees seeking affordable space. The locality appeals to those who prioritise privacy, land, and a genuine country lifestyle over urban conveniences.

Waterview Heights falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by Clarence Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2460
Urban Area
Grafton
LGA
Clarence Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Clarence
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.69°, 152.85°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
58.33 km²
Elevation
63m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Grafton
10 km
NSW TrainLink North Coast Line (Sydney-Brisbane)

Bus Services

  • Busways 261 — Grafton CBD 15-20 min

Commute to Grafton

Distance
10 km
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min

🛣️ Car essential for daily life; limited bus service to Grafton. Grafton station provides intercity rail to Sydney (8h) and Brisbane (5h).

Walkability Car-Dependent

No footpaths, no local shops; entirely car-dependent rural area

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
49 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,325
Census 2021
1,364
▲ 2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,532
Income 2021
$30,264
▲ 18.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,210
Born Overseas 91

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 22
  • 2. Philippines 13
  • 3. New Zealand 9
  • 4. India 5
  • 5. Netherlands 3
  • 6. Scotland 3
  • 7. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 616
Australian 615
Scottish 157
Irish 139
Australian Aboriginal 73
German 67
Dutch 25
Italian 21
Filipino 17
Chinese 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,076
Both parents born in Australia
123
Both parents born overseas
113
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.1%
No Religion
35.4%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
63 (4.6%)
5-14 years
165 (12.1%)
15-19 years
89 (6.5%)
20-24 years
58 (4.3%)
25-34 years
94 (6.9%)
35-44 years
128 (9.4%)
45-54 years
200 (14.7%)
55-64 years
228 (16.7%)
65-74 years
218 (16.0%)
75-84 years
105 (7.7%)
85+ years
25 (1.8%)

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