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Aberdare

NSW 2325 • Rest of NSW

2,542
Population (2021)
$65,052
Median Household Income
3.30 km²
Area
$303/wk
Median Rent
HeritageFamily-FriendlyAffordableWine CountryRegional

About Aberdare

Aberdare is a small residential suburb within the city of Cessnock in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, approximately 15 minutes from the famous Hunter Valley wine region and 45 minutes south-west of Newcastle. The suburb takes its name from Aberdare in Wales, reflecting the area's deep Welsh and British coal-mining heritage - coal was discovered in the region in the 1800s and shaped the landscape and community for over a century. With a population of around 2,500, Aberdare is a quiet, working-class suburb characterised by modest homes and close-knit community values. It sits adjacent to Cessnock's urban core, with easy access to the town's full range of services.

Residents of Aberdare enjoy proximity to Cessnock's shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and sporting facilities, all within a short drive. The Hunter Valley wine country is a major lifestyle drawcard, with dozens of cellar doors, restaurants, and gourmet food producers just 15 minutes away. Outdoor recreation includes golf courses, state forests, and the Watagan Mountains to the east. The suburb is popular with families and tradies who work in the broader Hunter region's construction, healthcare, and service industries, attracted by relatively affordable housing compared to coastal and metropolitan areas.

Aberdare falls under postcode 2325 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2325
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cessnock
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Cessnock
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.84°, 151.38°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.30 km²
Elevation
89m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Aberdare for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$675K
61 sales · ▲ 13.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$510K
13 sales · ▲ 13.3% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$303
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,421
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.6%

11 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 210,211 — Cessnock CBD / Kurri Kurri 5-15 min
  • 150 — Newcastle Interchange 55-70 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Maitland or Hamilton station (~30 min) for train to Newcastle
By Bus
55-70 min via Route 150 (Cessnock to Newcastle)
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min via Hunter Expressway
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ The Hunter Expressway (A15) provides a fast road link north-east toward Newcastle and Maitland. No local train service in Cessnock/Aberdare.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Aberdare is primarily car-dependent; most daily needs require a short drive to Cessnock town centre. Local bus services exist but are limited in frequency.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Cessnock Local Government Area, which contains Aberdare. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
344.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.1%
Motor vehicle theft
559.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
474.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
377.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
View all 62 offence types for Cessnock →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,473
Census 2021
2,542
▲ 2.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,572
Personal Income 2021
$33,280
▲ 25.2% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$33,280 / yr
$640/wk
Household
$65,052 / yr
$1251/wk
Family
$79,664 / yr
$1532/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,313
Born Overseas 147

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 44
  • 2. New Zealand 19
  • 3. Philippines 13
  • 4. Scotland 9
  • 5. South Africa 9
  • 6. Thailand 9
  • 7. Germany 7
  • 8. India 6
  • 9. Italy 5
  • 10. Ireland 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,204
English 1,121
Scottish 333
Australian Aboriginal 272
Irish 181
German 97
Italian 55
Dutch 29
Filipino 20
Indian 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,040
Both parents born in Australia
213
Both parents born overseas
200
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.1%
No Religion
45.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
173 (6.8%)
5-14 years
350 (13.8%)
15-19 years
174 (6.8%)
20-24 years
161 (6.3%)
25-34 years
370 (14.6%)
35-44 years
284 (11.2%)
45-54 years
313 (12.3%)
55-64 years
318 (12.5%)
65-74 years
246 (9.7%)
75-84 years
123 (4.8%)
85+ years
30 (1.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aberdare known for? +

Residents of Aberdare enjoy proximity to Cessnock's shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and sporting facilities, all within a short drive.

How far is Aberdare from Sydney CBD? +

Aberdare is approximately 45 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 45-60 min via Hunter Expressway in peak hour and 40-50 min off-peak.

Does Aberdare have public transport? +

Bus services include 210,211, running to Cessnock CBD / Kurri Kurri in approximately 5-15 min.

What is the population of Aberdare? +

According to the 2021 Census, Aberdare has a population of 2,542 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Aberdare a good place to live? +

Aberdare is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The Hunter Valley wine country is a major lifestyle drawcard, with dozens of cellar doors, restaurants, and gourmet food producers just 15 minutes away.

What is the postcode for Aberdare? +

The postcode for Aberdare is 2325. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Aberdare? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Aberdare is about $640 per week (around $33,300 per year). The median household income is $1,251 per week and the median family income is $1,532 per week.

What is the median house price in Aberdare? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $675,000, up 13.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $510,000, up 13.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Aberdare? +

The median age in Aberdare is 36. The largest age group is 25–34 (370 residents, around 15%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Aberdare a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Aberdare is part of the Cessnock LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Aberdare? +

In Aberdare, the median weekly rent is $303, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,421 (2021 Census).