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Mountain View

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

208
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
12.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAffordableQuietClarence Valley

About Mountain View

Mountain View is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 12 kilometres north of Grafton along Clarence Way within the Clarence Valley Council area. The locality spans just over 12 square kilometres of gently undulating rural land, zoned for rural use and characterised by open farmland, lifestyle blocks, and riverside country close to the Clarence River. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 208 residents across 69 dwellings, reflecting its quiet semi-rural character.

The locality's proximity to Grafton — a 10 to 15 minute drive via sealed roads — means residents have ready access to the city's schools, shops, healthcare, and rail services, while enjoying the space and tranquillity of country living. The Clarence River and its surrounding floodplain landscapes are a defining feature of the region. Mountain View appeals to those seeking affordable rural acreage close to a regional centre, sitting within the Northern Tablelands state electorate.

Mountain View 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
12.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Grafton Station
12 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Busways Clarence Valley services — Grafton CBD approx. 15–20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
640 km
By Train
Drive to Grafton (~12 km), then NSW TrainLink XPT to Sydney Central (~9 hours)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 7 hours to Sydney CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 6.5 hours to Sydney CBD

🛣️ Grafton is the main service centre; Pacific Highway and New England Highway provide main road access. Brisbane is approximately 4.5 hours by car.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local shops; residents drive to Grafton for all services

🛒 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 Mountain View by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Mountain View Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
208
▲ 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

What is Mountain View known for? +

Mountain View is a quiet rural locality known for its affordable rural blocks and farmland along Clarence Way in the Clarence Valley. It offers semi-rural living close to Grafton, with open country and proximity to the Clarence River.

How far is Mountain View from Grafton? +

Mountain View is approximately 12 kilometres north of Grafton, a drive of around 10 to 15 minutes via sealed roads, making Grafton's city services very accessible.

Does Mountain View have public transport? +

There is no local bus service within Mountain View itself. Residents drive to Grafton (approximately 12 km) to access bus or rail connections, including NSW TrainLink intercity services.

What is the population of Mountain View? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 208 residents in Mountain View, across approximately 69 dwellings, making it a small rural locality within the Clarence Valley.

Is Mountain View a good place to live? +

Mountain View suits those seeking affordable rural land close to a regional centre. With Grafton only 10–15 minutes away, residents enjoy country tranquillity without being far from shops, schools, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Mountain View? +

The postcode for Mountain View NSW is 2460, which it shares with Grafton and surrounding Clarence Valley localities.