Ashby Island
NSW 2463 • New South Wales
About Ashby Island
Ashby Island is a tiny rural locality situated within the Clarence River delta, in the Clarence Valley Council area of northern New South Wales. Covering just 2.4 square kilometres, the island has a recorded population of only 18 residents, making it one of the most sparsely settled localities in the region. The island is bounded by river channels and is largely given over to pastoral grazing and natural riparian vegetation.
Life on Ashby Island revolves around its pastoral land uses and the natural beauty of the Clarence River surrounds, which support a rich array of birdlife and aquatic wildlife. Access requires crossing river channels, giving the locality a remote and tranquil character appealing to those seeking off-the-grid rural living. Nearby Maclean and Grafton provide all essential services for island residents.
Ashby Island falls under postcode 2463 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Access via river crossing required. Grafton (~25 km) and Maclean (~15 km) are nearest service centres.
Remote island locality. No walkable services – private vehicle and river access required.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gulmarrad Public School ICSEA 97702 6645 2587 466 Brooms Head Road
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Maclean High School ICSEA 9596645 2244 11 Woombah St
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Maclean Public School ICSEA 9086645 2431 Woodford St
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23 Stanley Street
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Palmers Island Public School ICSEA 9446646 0114 9 School Rd
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8 Edinburgh Drive
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8 Edinburgh Drive
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 Ashby Island by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Ashby Island Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Ashby Island" under Suburb