Southgate
NSW 2460 • New South Wales
About Southgate
Southgate is a quiet rural locality in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Grafton near the tidal reaches of the Clarence River. With a small resident population of around 198, the area is characterised by flat, fertile floodplain farmland interspersed with stands of native vegetation. The locality falls within the federal electorate of Page and occupies roughly 35 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land.
Life in Southgate revolves around its rural character, with farming, fishing, and the natural beauty of the Clarence River catchment underpinning the local lifestyle. Residents typically travel to nearby Lawrence, Maclean, or Grafton for shopping, schooling, and services. The area attracts those seeking a peaceful, semi-isolated rural existence with affordable land and close access to the Clarence River for boating and fishing.
Southgate falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Busways Northern Rivers services — Maclean / Grafton ~25–40 min to Grafton
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Grafton is the nearest regional centre (~20 km). Daily life centres on Maclean and Grafton, not Sydney.
Southgate has no footpaths, shops, or local services. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Baryulgil Public School ICSEA 7756647 2124 7135 Clarence Way
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4 Hennessy Drive
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84 Washpool Road
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Copmanhurst Public School ICSEA 9046647 3121 13 Prescott Street
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Coutts Crossing Public School ICSEA 9036649 3225 1570 Armidale Road
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Cowper Public School ICSEA 774Clarence & Samuel Sts
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39 Victoria Street
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37-39 Victoria Street
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Grafton High School ICSEA 9416642 3355 97 Mary Street
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Grafton Public School ICSEA 9076642 1000 86 Queen St
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27-29 Victoria Street
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Westlawn Public School ICSEA 9406642 7466 239 North St
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Lawrence Public School ICSEA 9476647 7354 64-70 High St
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Nymboida Public School ICSEA 9086649 4137 3890 Armidale Rd
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Gillwinga Public School ICSEA 7746642 2344 Hyde St
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South Grafton High School ICSEA 8756642 1466 Tyson St
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South Grafton Public School ICSEA 9056642 3388 Primary campus - Vere St
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Hyde Street
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 Southgate by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Southgate Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Southgate" under Suburb