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Drake Village

NSW 2469 • New South Wales

95
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.18 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralHistoricNature Lovers

About Drake Village

Drake Village is a small rural locality in northern New South Wales, situated in the Tenterfield Shire approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Grafton. Set within the New England Tablelands near the rugged gorge country of the Gibraltar Range National Park, the village sits at altitude amid dense forests and picturesque highland scenery. The area has a long history connected to gold and tin mining that shaped European settlement in the region during the 19th century.

Today Drake Village is a quiet, tightly-knit community that attracts those drawn to its natural surroundings, including bushwalkers and nature lovers exploring the nearby national park and Heritage-listed Washpool wilderness area. The village has basic local amenities including a hotel, and residents rely on Grafton or Casino for major services. The unspoilt landscape and cool climate make it a distinctive and characterful corner of northern NSW.

Drake Village falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2469
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.93°, 152.37°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.18 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
780 km
By Train
N/A — nearest train station is Casino (~60 km away) on the North Coast line
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hours to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hours

🛣️ Highly remote locality; Grafton is the nearest major city at ~65 km; Casino provides train connections

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small village with limited footpaths; car essential for most travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There is 1 park or reserve in Drake Village.

🔍 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 Drake Village by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Drake Village Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
95
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
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Income 2021
N/A
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Income Comparison

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Drake Village NSW? +

Drake Village is a small rural locality in northern New South Wales, located in Tenterfield Shire approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Grafton in the New England highlands.

What is Drake Village known for? +

Drake Village has a rich gold and tin mining history from the 19th century. It is also known for its proximity to Gibraltar Range National Park and the Washpool Wilderness, which attract bushwalkers and nature lovers.

Is there a school in Drake Village? +

Yes, Drake Public School is a small government primary school serving the local rural community.