Ilarwill
NSW 2463 • New South Wales
About Ilarwill
Ilarwill is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley region of northern New South Wales, situated along the fertile floodplains of the lower Clarence River near the town of Maclean. Covering around 11.6 square kilometres, the area has a resident population of approximately 233 people and is characterised by flat, low-lying agricultural land shaped by generations of river flooding. The locality sits within the state electorate of Clarence and the federal division of Page, reflecting its deep roots in the rural north coast.
Life in Ilarwill revolves around farming, with sugar cane cultivation and cattle grazing the dominant land uses across the surrounding floodplains. Residents rely on nearby Maclean, about 15 kilometres south, for everyday services including shops, medical facilities, and schools, while Grafton roughly 45 kilometres to the southwest serves as the regional hub. The Clarence River corridor offers fishing and outdoor recreation, and the wider region is known for its relaxed lifestyle, subtropical scenery, and strong rural community identity.
Ilarwill falls under postcode 2463 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Busways regional services — Maclean / Grafton 20–50 min
Commute to Grafton
🛣️ Entirely car-dependent; Maclean is the nearest service town at ~15 km. Sydney is approximately 8 hours by road.
A dispersed rural locality with no footpaths, public transport, or walkable amenities. A car is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gulmarrad Public School ICSEA 97702 6645 2587 466 Brooms Head Road
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Maclean High School ICSEA 9596645 2244 11 Woombah St
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Maclean Public School ICSEA 9086645 2431 Woodford St
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23 Stanley Street
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Palmers Island Public School ICSEA 9446646 0114 9 School Rd
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8 Edinburgh Drive
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8 Edinburgh Drive
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 Ilarwill by offence type, year and trend.
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