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Firefly

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

247
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
46.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Firefly

Firefly is a small rural locality on the New South Wales Mid-North Coast, situated in the Manning Valley approximately 20 kilometres north of Taree. Covering around 47 square kilometres of undulating farmland and coastal hinterland, the area is characterised by dairy pastures, hobby farms, and pockets of native bushland running toward the Manning River catchment. With a modest population of around 247 residents, Firefly is a quiet and largely undiscovered community that retains a true country New South Wales character. The locality falls within the Mid-Coast Council local government area.

Firefly attracts tree-changers, hobby farmers, and rural lifestyle seekers looking for peace, affordability, and proximity to the natural beauty of the Manning Valley. The nearby Taree provides shopping, services, and secondary schooling, while smaller facilities at Coopernook and Lansdowne serve day-to-day needs. The Manning River system — renowned for fishing, kayaking, and riverside camping — is within easy reach. Residents here tend to value self-sufficiency and community, gathering for local rural events and enjoying the unhurried rhythm of country life on the NSW coast.

Firefly 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
46.68 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Taree Station
22 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • Mid-Coast Council on-demand transport — Taree Approx. 30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
310 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Taree (~22 km away) to Central Station: approx. 4.5-5 hours
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3.5 hours via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3 hours via Pacific Motorway

🛣️ Most residents rely on private vehicle; nearest major services in Taree (~22 km).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no public footpaths; vehicle essential for 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 Firefly by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Firefly Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
247
▲ 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

Where is Firefly NSW located? +

Firefly is a rural locality on the NSW Mid-North Coast, situated approximately 20 kilometres north of Taree in the Manning Valley.

What is Firefly like to live in? +

Firefly is a quiet, rural community popular with hobby farmers and tree-changers. It offers peaceful country living with affordable land, close to the natural attractions of the Manning Valley and coastal Mid-Coast region.

What council area is Firefly in? +

Firefly falls within the Mid-Coast Council local government area in New South Wales.

How far is Firefly from Taree? +

Firefly is approximately 20-22 kilometres north of Taree, the nearest major service centre with shopping, schools, and a hospital.