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Clarence Town, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Clarence Town is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,943. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Clarence Town
Clarence Town is both a primarily rural locality and a township in the Dungog Shire local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is 193 kilometres (120 mi) north of Sydney, 54 km (34 mi) north-north-west of Newcastle, and 28 km (17 mi) from the Pacific Highway at Raymond Terrace. The locality is bisected by the Williams River. The township sits just to the west of the river about 32 km (20 mi) upstream from where it flows into the Hunter River at Raymond Terrace.
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| Population | 1,943 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.5840°, 151.7776° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.2 inches (740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,837 |
| Median Age | 39.0 years |
About Clarence Town
Clarence Town is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,943. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
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Clarence Town vs Australia Average
Income: Clarence Town vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,837 |
| 64% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,837 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $516 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 185 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $205,600 |
| 27% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,028 |
| 12% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 90.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 9.5% |
| Housing Units | 777 |
Property Tax
Climate in Clarence Town
Clarence Town has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 908 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 342 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 602.4 sq mi (1,560.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.5840°N, 151.7776°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in |
Clarence Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (1.7").
Schools in Clarence Town
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen William Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Clarence Town Public School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Clarence Town
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB 873 Sydney | news, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 2NURFM | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2BOB Radio 104.7FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Clarence Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarence Town and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Court House Museum | ||||
| Dungog Museum | ||||
| Fighter World | ||||
| Gresford District Historical Museum | ||||
| Maitland Regional Museum | ||||
| Monarch Historical Museum | ||||
| Morpeth Museum | ||||
| Paterson Rail Motor Society | ||||
| Sketchley Pioneer Cottage | ||||
| Stroud Court House Museum | ||||
| Tomago House |
Libraries in Clarence Town
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beresfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dungog Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Maitland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maitland City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raymond Terrace Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stroud Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornton Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Clarence Town
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Clarence Town
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Clarence Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murrays | ||||
| Rustic brewery |
Airports Near Clarence Town
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Taree Airport | TRO | Medium Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | Small Airport |
| Dochra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Elderslie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Forster (Wallis Is) Airport | FOT | Small Airport |
| Gloucester Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Macquarie Airport | BEO | Small Airport |
| Luskintyre Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | MTL | Small Airport |
| Mangrove Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Singleton Airport | SIX | Small Airport |
| Singleton Military Area airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Clarence Town
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Clarence Town LPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Clarence Town
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Clarence Town Presbyterian Church | |
| St John's Anglican Church | |
| St Patrick's Catholic Church | |
| St Thomas |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Clarence Town
What is the population of Clarence Town?
Clarence Town has a population of 1,943 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.
Is Clarence Town expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,837, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,600 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Clarence Town?
Clarence Town enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches.
How is the job market in Clarence Town?
Clarence Town has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $516. There are 185 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Clarence Town?
The median home value in Clarence Town is $205,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,028. The homeownership rate is 90.5%.