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Comboyne

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

416
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
100.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful

About Comboyne

Comboyne is a small town perched on the Comboyne Plateau in the Manning Valley region of New South Wales, approximately 60 kilometres south-west of Port Macquarie and 44 kilometres north of Taree, within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area. Elevated at around 588 metres above sea level, the plateau is renowned for its fertile red basalt soils and high annual rainfall of nearly 1,800 millimetres, making it one of the greenest agricultural areas on the NSW Mid North Coast. The town had a population of 416 at the 2021 Census and serves the surrounding dairy farming and beef cattle community.

Comboyne offers a cool, lush highland escape with spectacular views across the lower Manning Valley, and is surrounded by working farms and pockets of subtropical rainforest. The town has a small community hall, a primary school, and a local store, with residents travelling to Taree or Port Macquarie for major shopping and services. The Comboyne Plateau is increasingly popular with visitors seeking scenic drives through the rolling green hills, and the area is valued by those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with a strong agricultural identity.

Comboyne falls under postcode 2429 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2429
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.77°, 152.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
100.17 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local bus services — Connections to Taree and Port Macquarie Approx. 1 hr to Taree

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
377 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Taree for NSW TrainLink services to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
4 hrs 30 min – 5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hrs – 4 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Accessed via the Comboyne Road from Taree or via Wauchope from Port Macquarie; Pacific Highway at Taree is the main artery south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Comboyne has a very limited local store; a car is essential for almost all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Comboyne by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Comboyne Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Comboyne" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
416
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Comboyne known for? +

Comboyne is known for its position on the elevated Comboyne Plateau, which is famous for its rich red basalt soils, very high rainfall, and lush green dairy farming landscape. The plateau offers panoramic views across the Manning Valley and is popular for scenic drives.

How far is Comboyne from Port Macquarie? +

Comboyne is approximately 60 kilometres south-west of Port Macquarie, a drive of around 1 to 1.5 hours via winding mountain roads. Taree is also accessible, about 44 kilometres to the south.

Does Comboyne have public transport? +

Comboyne has limited local bus services connecting to Taree and Port Macquarie, but there is no rail service to the town. Residents rely primarily on private vehicles; the nearest train station is Taree, approximately 44 kilometres away.

What is the population of Comboyne? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 416 in Comboyne, making it a small but established community that serves the broader Comboyne Plateau farming district.

Is Comboyne a good place to live? +

Comboyne is ideal for those who value a cool, green highland lifestyle surrounded by working farms and nature. It suits rural enthusiasts and those seeking affordable land on the NSW Mid North Coast, though all major services require travel to Taree or Port Macquarie.

What is the postcode for Comboyne? +

The postcode for Comboyne is 2429, shared with a number of localities in the Camden Haven and Manning Valley area of the NSW Mid North Coast.