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Abernethy

NSW 2325 • New South Wales

317
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
8.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricSemi-RuralQuietBushlandCoal Heritage

About Abernethy

Abernethy is a small semi-rural locality situated 8 kilometres south-east of the town of Cessnock in the Hunter Valley, within the Cessnock City Council area of New South Wales. Covering approximately 8.4 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 317 residents at the 2021 Census and is characterised by a mix of modest residential housing and rural acreage blocks. With a median household income of around 4,900, Abernethy reflects the working-class character common to the former coal mining communities of the Hunter Valley coalfields.

Abernethy was historically established near the Aberdare South Colliery, part of the South Maitland coalfields that shaped much of the lower Hunter Valley in the early twentieth century, and the historic Abernethy Hotel remains a local landmark. Today the locality offers a quiet lifestyle adjacent to Werakata National Park and the Aberdare State Forest, with bushwalking and wildlife corridors on the doorstep. Cessnock township provides schools, shops, and services within a short drive, while the Hunter Valley wine country around Pokolbin is approximately 20 kilometres to the north-west, and Newcastle is within an hour's drive via the Hunter Expressway.

Abernethy falls under postcode 2325 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2325
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.98°, 151.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
8.40 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Hunter Valley Bus Co. regional services — Cessnock / Maitland / Newcastle 10-15 min to Cessnock

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
Drive to Maitland (~25 min), Hunter Line to Sydney (~2h 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1h 30 min - 2h
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 15 min - 1h 30 min

🛣️ Access via Hunter Expressway; Newcastle CBD is approximately 55 km east and 45-60 min drive

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small semi-rural locality with no local retail or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Abernethy by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Abernethy Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Abernethy" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
317
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Abernethy known for? +

Abernethy is known for its coal mining heritage, having been established near the Aberdare South Colliery as part of the South Maitland coalfields in the early twentieth century. Today it is recognised for its peaceful semi-rural setting adjacent to Werakata National Park and its proximity to the Hunter Valley wine country.

How far is Abernethy from Cessnock? +

Abernethy is approximately 8 kilometres south-east of the Cessnock town centre, typically a 10–15 minute drive along local roads.

Does Abernethy have public transport? +

Abernethy is served by regional Hunter Valley Bus Company services connecting it to Cessnock, Maitland, and Newcastle. There is no railway station in Cessnock; the nearest rail access is at Maitland (approximately 25 km away) on the Hunter Line to Sydney.

What is the population of Abernethy? +

According to the 2021 Census, Abernethy had a population of 317 residents, making it one of the smaller localities within the Cessnock City Council area.

Is Abernethy a good place to live? +

Abernethy appeals to those seeking affordable semi-rural living in the Hunter Valley, with quiet streets, national park bushland on the doorstep, and Cessnock's services nearby. It suits families and nature lovers who want a peaceful lifestyle within reach of Newcastle and the Hunter Valley wine country.

What is the postcode for Abernethy? +

The postcode for Abernethy is 2325, shared with Cessnock and a number of surrounding localities in the Cessnock City Council area.