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Purfleet

NSW 2430 • New South Wales

107
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.39 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricRuralQuietAffordable

About Purfleet

Purfleet is a small Aboriginal community on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated adjacent to Taree within the Mid-Coast Council local government area. With a 2021 Census population of 107, the locality covers just 0.39 square kilometres along the Old Pacific Highway near the Manning River. The postcode area has a median taxable income of $39,367, reflecting the modest socio-economic profile of this tight-knit community.

Purfleet has deep Indigenous heritage, with the Purfleet Mission established in 1900–1901 as an Aboriginal reserve. Today the Purfleet-Taree Local Aboriginal Land Council manages community affairs and is working with NSW Crown Lands on a Roads to Home upgrade that will deliver new roads, footpaths, and residential lots. Residents access shops, health services, and schools in neighbouring Taree, approximately 3 kilometres to the north-west, while the Manning Valley's beaches and national parks provide recreational opportunities nearby.

Purfleet falls under postcode 2430 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2430
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.90°, 152.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.39 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Taree
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • Local Manning Valley services — Taree town centre 5–10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
313 km
By Train
4–5 hours via North Coast line from Taree station
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hours

🛣️ Pacific Highway provides the main road link to Sydney; Taree is the nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Most services and shops are in Taree; a car or bus is needed for daily errands

🛒 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 Purfleet by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Purfleet Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
107
▲ 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 Purfleet known for? +

Purfleet is known as a historic Aboriginal community established in 1900–1901 as a mission reserve near Taree. The Purfleet-Taree Local Aboriginal Land Council continues to manage community affairs and development in the area.

How far is Purfleet from Sydney? +

Purfleet is approximately 313 kilometres north of Sydney, around a 3.5-hour drive via the Pacific Highway. It sits adjacent to Taree, the main town of the Manning Valley.

Does Purfleet have public transport? +

Purfleet has limited bus services connecting to Taree. There is no rail station in Purfleet, but Taree railway station on the North Coast line is about 3 kilometres away.

What is the population of Purfleet? +

According to the 2021 Census, Purfleet has a population of 107 people in an area of just 0.39 square kilometres, making it a small but established community.

Is Purfleet a good place to live? +

Purfleet offers an affordable, close-knit community lifestyle with easy access to Taree's shops, schools, and health services. Ongoing infrastructure upgrades through the Roads to Home program are improving the locality's amenities.

What is the postcode for Purfleet? +

The postcode for Purfleet is 2430, shared with Taree and several other Manning Valley localities.