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Where is South Grafton, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

South Grafton is located on the northern coast of New South Wales, directly across the Clarence River from the main city of Grafton. It lies between the river’s broad floodplains and the rural landscapes that extend toward the Clarence Valley hinterland. It is famous for its historic architecture, riverfront setting, and strong connection to Grafton’s cultural events such as the Jacaranda Festival.

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Facts about South Grafton, Australia

Country	Australia
State	New South Wales
Region	Northern Rivers / Clarence Valley
Location	On the southern bank of the Clarence River, directly across from Grafton in northern NSW
Coordinates	29.71° S, 152.94° E
Local Government Area	Clarence Valley Council
Founded	Mid-1800s
Original Name	South Grafton (developed as the southern settlement linked to Grafton)
Elevation	~10 m
Population	Approx. 6,000
Area	Approx. 16 sq km (urban & surrounding suburbs)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode	2460
Major Waterways	Clarence River
Top Attractions	Grafton Bridge views, South Grafton Heritage Precinct, Jacaranda Festival (city-wide), Fisher Park, Clarence River lookout spots.
Demonym	South Grafton residents
Main Industries	Agriculture, timber, transport, retail, services
Nearest Airport	Clarence Valley Regional Airport (GFN)
Website	https://www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

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