Arrawarra Headland
NSW 2456 • New South Wales
About Arrawarra Headland
Arrawarra Headland is a small coastal locality in the Coffs Harbour region of the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales, within postcode 2456, located approximately 25 kilometres north of Coffs Harbour. With a population of 615 at the 2021 census across 2.7 square kilometres, it sits on a prominent headland between Arrawarra Beach and Corindi Beach with stunning Pacific Ocean views. The headland is significant to the Gumbaynggirr people and features ancient fish traps.
Arrawarra Headland offers a relaxed, unspoiled coastal lifestyle with direct access to pristine beaches, rock pools, and the historic Aboriginal fish traps — one of the best-preserved examples in Australia. The locality has a caravan park and basic amenities, with Woolgoolga providing the nearest shops and services 10 minutes south. It attracts retirees, surfers, and holiday-home owners drawn to the uncrowded beaches, marine wildlife, and affordable coastal living north of Coffs Harbour.
Arrawarra Headland falls under postcode 2456 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coffs Harbour electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Busways — Woolgoolga to Coffs Harbour 10 min to Woolgoolga
Commute to Woolgoolga
🛣️ Coffs Harbour is 25 min south. Sydney is about 6 hours by car.
Beach and basic facilities walkable within the headland area. All shopping requires driving to Woolgoolga.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Corindi Public School ICSEA 9386649 2734 Coral St
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Mullaway Public School ICSEA 10336654 0377 15 Whitton Place
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Sandy Beach Public School ICSEA 9736656 1777 19 SAYE CLOSE
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Queen Street
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Woolgoolga High School ICSEA 969Centenary Drive
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Woolgoolga Public School ICSEA 9656654 1305 Scarborough St
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Arrawarra Headland by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Arrawarra Headland Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Arrawarra Headland" under Suburb