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Heifer Station

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

8
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
152.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Heifer Station

Heifer Station is a remote rural locality in northern New South Wales, situated in the Clarence Valley region approximately 30 km west of Grafton. Spanning over 152 square kilometres of pastoral countryside, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in the region, with fewer than ten residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by wide open farmland, creek flats, and the quiet rhythms of agricultural life on the Northern Tablelands.

Life in Heifer Station revolves around farming and station work, with residents self-sufficient and accustomed to the distances of outback New South Wales. The nearest town, Grafton, provides access to schools, medical services, shopping, and the regional hospital. The locality sits within the federal electorate of Page and the state electorate of Northern Tablelands, reflecting its deep-rural character.

Heifer Station 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
152.53 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
600 km
By Train
Not practical — nearest train at Grafton (~30 km away), with services to Sydney (~8–9 hr)
By Car (Peak)
~6.5 hr to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
~6 hr to Sydney

🛣️ Grafton is the nearest regional centre with train services on the NSW TrainLink North Coast line.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely remote rural locality — a private vehicle 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 Heifer Station by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Heifer Station Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
8
▲ 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 Heifer Station located? +

Heifer Station is a rural locality in the Clarence Valley region of northern New South Wales, roughly 30 km west of Grafton.

How many people live in Heifer Station? +

According to the 2021 Census, Heifer Station has a population of approximately 8 people, making it one of NSW's most sparsely populated localities.

What is the nearest town to Heifer Station? +

Grafton is the nearest major town, providing access to shops, schools, medical services, and train connections.