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Sandy Flat

NSW 2372 • New South Wales

97
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
172.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarming

About Sandy Flat

Sandy Flat is a small rural locality in the New England region of New South Wales, located approximately 30 kilometres south of Tenterfield in the headwaters country of the Severn River. The locality covers a substantial 172 square kilometres and had a population of 97 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across the surrounding grazing and mixed-farming properties. Sandy Flat lies within the Tenterfield Shire and falls under the electorate of Lismore in state politics.

The area supports mixed farming and cattle grazing, with the elevated New England tableland providing good summer rainfall and cool winters suited to prime lamb and beef production. A small community exists at the centre of the locality, and the township of Tenterfield provides the closest access to secondary schools, healthcare, and shopping. The surrounding tablelands offer scenic granite outcrops, remnant native vegetation, and cool-climate conditions characteristic of the broader New England Highlands area.

Sandy Flat falls under postcode 2372 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2372
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.08°, 152.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
172.24 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Casino Station
110 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Tenterfield / Brisbane / Armidale 30 min to Tenterfield

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
680 km
By Train
Via Tenterfield and coach connections – 8+ hrs to Central
By Car (Peak)
7 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr 30 min

🛣️ New England Highway is the main south-bound route; Brisbane is closer at ~3 hrs

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small locality with no local shops; car required 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 Sandy Flat by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Sandy Flat Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
97
▲ 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 Sandy Flat NSW? +

Sandy Flat is a rural locality in the New England region of New South Wales, approximately 30 kilometres south of Tenterfield near the headwaters of the Severn River.

What is the population of Sandy Flat NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sandy Flat has a population of approximately 97 residents, spread across the surrounding rural properties in the Tenterfield Shire.

What type of farming is in Sandy Flat? +

Sandy Flat supports mixed farming and cattle grazing, with the elevated New England tablelands providing reliable summer rainfall for prime lamb and beef production.

What is the nearest town to Sandy Flat NSW? +

Tenterfield is the nearest town, approximately 30 kilometres to the north, offering schools, medical services, supermarkets, and other essential services for local residents.