Clarence Town

NSW 2321 • Rest of NSW

2,265
Population (2021)
$41,288
Median Income
91.95 km²
Area
18m
Elevation

About Clarence Town

Clarence Town is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Dungog (Area) area. With a population of 2,265 and a median income of $41,288, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 91.95 km² at an elevation of 18m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Clarence Town is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Clarence Town falls under postcode 2321 and is governed by Dungog Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2321
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.59°, 151.78°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
91.95 km²
Elevation
18m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Clarence Town, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

49 Grey Street Clarence Town • SHR #00558
Main Road 567 Clarence Town • SHR #01462

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$365
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,993
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,994
Census 2021
2,265
13.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,124
Income 2021
$41,288
24.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,028
Born Overseas 130

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 57
  • 2. New Zealand 14
  • 3. Netherlands 7
  • 4. Scotland 6
  • 5. United States 5
  • 6. Zimbabwe 5
  • 7. South Africa 4
  • 8. Croatia 3
  • 9. Germany 3
  • 10. Philippines 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,174
English 994
Scottish 288
Irish 230
Australian Aboriginal 157
German 97
Dutch 37
Italian 31
Polish 21
Welsh 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,778
Both parents born in Australia
176
Both parents born overseas
224
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.7%
No Religion
45.4%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
154 (6.8%)
5-14 years
323 (14.3%)
15-19 years
119 (5.3%)
20-24 years
83 (3.7%)
25-34 years
279 (12.3%)
35-44 years
295 (13.0%)
45-54 years
306 (13.5%)
55-64 years
335 (14.8%)
65-74 years
254 (11.2%)
75-84 years
95 (4.2%)
85+ years
17 (0.8%)

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