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Shannon Vale

NSW 2370 • New South Wales

143
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
156.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-Friendly

About Shannon Vale

Shannon Vale is a small rural locality in the New England region of northern New South Wales, located approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Glen Innes. Sitting at an elevation on the cool New England Tablelands, the locality has a population of around 143 residents and encompasses a wide area of mixed agricultural land. It falls within the Northern Tablelands state electorate and the federal electorate of Page, and is part of the Glen Innes Severn local government area.

Shannon Vale is characterised by sheep and beef cattle grazing across the elevated tablelands landscape, with the cool climate supporting productive pastures. Residents rely on Glen Innes for most services, with the town offering supermarkets, a hospital and educational facilities a short drive away. The area has a genuine rural community feel, with local farming families maintaining properties that have often been held across multiple generations. The New England Tablelands landscape offers beautiful wide-open scenery and a relaxed country lifestyle.

Shannon Vale falls under postcode 2370 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
2370
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.74°, 151.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
156.68 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
565 km
By Train
No nearby station — Glen Innes is not currently on an active passenger rail line
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 6 hr via New England Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Armidale (90 km south) has regional flights to Sydney.

Walkability Car Dependent

Fully rural locality. A car is required for all daily activities and trips to Glen Innes for 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 Shannon Vale by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Shannon Vale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
143
▲ 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 Shannon Vale? +

Shannon Vale is a rural locality in the New England region of northern NSW, approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Glen Innes on the New England Tablelands.

What is the climate like in Shannon Vale? +

Shannon Vale has a cool highland climate due to its elevation on the New England Tablelands. Summers are mild and winters are cold with regular frosts. Snow is occasionally seen on nearby ranges.

What services are available near Shannon Vale? +

Glen Innes, approximately 15 km away, provides the nearest services including a supermarket, hospital, schools and fuel. Armidale, about 90 km south, offers a broader range of services and regional flights.

How far is Shannon Vale from Sydney? +

Shannon Vale is approximately 565 km north of Sydney, roughly a 6-hour drive via the New England Highway.