New South Wales location profile
Ulmarra NSW 2462
Ulmarra is a small historic riverside village on the Clarence River, known for its heritage streetscape, antiques and arts. It offers quiet country living with river views and easy access to broader services in nearby Grafton and the Lower Clarence.
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Why families consider Ulmarra
A close-knit rural community with a mix of families, retirees and trades/agricultural workers, valuing a relaxed pace, river-based recreation and heritage tourism.
Amenities & services
- General store and cafes on the main street
- Ulmarra Hotel (riverside pub and bistro)
- Antique shops and galleries
- Post office
- Fuel stop
- Supermarkets and broader retail in Grafton (Grafton Shoppingworld)
- Medical: GPs and Grafton Base Hospital (nearby)
- Grafton Library (Clarence Regional Library), Grafton
- Maclean Library, Maclean
Transport & connectivity
- NSW TrainLink services at Grafton Station (South Grafton)
- Local Busways buses linking Ulmarra with Grafton, Maclean and Yamba
- Big River Way through Ulmarra with nearby access to the M1/Pacific Motorway
Lifestyle & recreation
- Boating, fishing and kayaking on the Clarence River
- Ulmarra Showground and community sports areas
- Heritage streetscape, cafes and galleries
- Riverside picnicking and walking
- Ulmarra Showground
- Ulmarra Foreshore/Riverside Reserve
- Clarence River bank reserves
- Everlasting Swamp National Park (nearby)
Education context
Limited in-village options (family day care/preschool); wider choice of long day care, preschool and OOSH services in Grafton and Maclean.
- Southern Cross University – Coffs Harbour campus
- Southern Cross University – Lismore campus
- University of New England – Armidale campus (regional access)