NSW · 2463

Palmers Island

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Palmers Island, NSW 2463.

Palmers Island, NSW 2463

About Palmers Island

Welcome to Palmers Island

Palmers Island is a small town and second largest Island on the Clarence River in north-eastern New South Wales, Australia. It is situated directly across the river from the resort town of Yamba. At the 2021 census, Palmers Island had a population of 482 people. It is located 8 km from Yamba and 55 km from Grafton.

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Palmers Island, NSW 2463.

Population

482

residents (2021)

Median age

49

years

Household income

$1,404

median, per week

Median rent

$313

per week

Median mortgage

$1,733

per month

Mortgage / income

28%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Palmers Island

Government school catchment

Palmers Island Public School

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Recent results

Recently sold in Palmers Island

$1.50m

275 School Road

house1 bd · 1 ba · 3 car

Sold ~July 2026

$985k

2 Wentworth Street

house5 bd · 2 ba · 3 car

Sold ~July 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

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Properties & amenities in Palmers Island

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Price map around Palmers Island

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Common questions

Palmers Island suburb FAQ

Is Palmers Island a good place to live?

Palmers Island is a small town and second largest Island on the Clarence River in north-eastern New South Wales, Australia. Palmers Island is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 482 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Palmers Island?

Palmers Island has a population of 482 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 49.

What schools are in Palmers Island?

There is 1 school in or near Palmers Island, including Palmers Island Public School.

What suburbs are near Palmers Island?

Suburbs near Palmers Island include Woombah, Goodwood Island and Mororo.