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Whiporie

NSW 2469 • New South Wales

114
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
111.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalQuiet
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About Whiporie

Whiporie is a rural locality in northern New South Wales, positioned along the Summerland Way between the regional towns of Casino and Grafton. Covering approximately 112 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land, the locality has a small population of around 114 residents. Whiporie falls within the Richmond Valley Council local government area, which encompasses a wide stretch of fertile farming country inland from the NSW North Coast.

The area is characterised by beef cattle grazing and mixed farming across its extensive rural properties, with the North Coast railway line passing nearby — though the former Whiporie railway station, which operated between 1906 and 1974, no longer serves the community. Residents depend on Casino, approximately 50 kilometres to the south, for shopping, healthcare, and services, while Grafton offers additional regional facilities to the north. Whiporie suits those seeking a quiet, affordable, and spacious rural lifestyle in a less-travelled part of the NSW Northern Rivers hinterland.

Whiporie falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the Richmond Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2469
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Richmond Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.34°, 153.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
111.80 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2469

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2469 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$37,478
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$44,967

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2469; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Very limited regional services — Casino / Grafton Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
650 km
By Train
No local rail service; nearest station is Casino approx. 50 km away on the North Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hr to Casino; 6–7 hr to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.25–1.5 hr to Casino; 5.5–6 hr to Brisbane

🛣️ Summerland Way is the main arterial road through the locality; car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no local services or amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
114
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Richmond Valley Local Government Area, which contains Whiporie. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
493.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
397.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.5%
Non-DV assault
632 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Richmond Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whiporie known for? +

Whiporie is a small rural locality in northern NSW known for its cattle grazing and pastoral character. It once had a railway station on the North Coast Line, which operated from 1906 to 1974, and sits along the Summerland Way connecting Casino and Grafton.

How far is Whiporie from Casino? +

Whiporie is approximately 50 kilometres north of Casino, making it roughly a 45-minute to 1-hour drive along the Summerland Way.

Does Whiporie have public transport? +

Whiporie has no local public transport. The former Whiporie railway station closed in 1974, and there are no regular bus services. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with Casino being the nearest town with rail and bus connections.

What is the population of Whiporie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Whiporie has a population of approximately 114 residents across a large area of around 112 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Whiporie a good place to live? +

Whiporie suits those seeking an affordable, spacious, and quiet rural lifestyle in the northern NSW hinterland. The landscape is open and pastoral, and while services are limited locally, the towns of Casino and Grafton are accessible for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Whiporie? +

The postcode for Whiporie, NSW is 2469.

Is Whiporie a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Whiporie is part of the Richmond 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.