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Halfway Creek

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

246
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
83.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Halfway Creek

Halfway Creek is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales, situated approximately halfway between Grafton and Coffs Harbour along the Pacific Highway, giving the locality its distinctive name. With a population of around 246 residents spread across 83 square kilometres, it is a lightly settled agricultural district characterised by rolling green pastures, eucalypt woodland, and the gentle waterways draining into the Clarence River system. The community falls within the federal electorate of Page and the state electorate of Northern Tablelands, reflecting its deep roots in NSW's regional north.

Life in Halfway Creek revolves around farming and the quiet rhythms of rural New South Wales. The locality is popular with hobby farmers and those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle, with residents typically commuting to nearby Grafton or Woolgoolga for work and services. The area's low median household income reflects its agricultural character and the modest, land-rich lifestyle that many residents here have chosen over urban convenience.

Halfway Creek falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2460
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.32°, 153.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
83.17 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
N/A – no direct train from locality
By Car (Peak)
~6 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5.5 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Grafton (30 km north) has rail access via the NSW TrainLink Northern tablelands route

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or services; a car is 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 Halfway Creek by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Halfway Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
246
▲ 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

How far is Halfway Creek from Grafton? +

Halfway Creek is approximately 30 kilometres south of Grafton, about a 25-minute drive along the Pacific Highway.

What is the character of Halfway Creek? +

Halfway Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Clarence Valley known for farming, acreage living, and its location midway between Grafton and Coffs Harbour.

Are there schools in Halfway Creek? +

There are no schools directly in Halfway Creek. Residents typically travel to Grafton or surrounding towns for schooling.