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Argents Hill

NSW 2449 • New South Wales

207
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
76.25 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Argents Hill

Argents Hill is a quiet rural locality in the Nambucca Valley of mid-north coast New South Wales, situated in the hilly hinterland approximately 25 kilometres west of Macksville and 40 kilometres south-west of Coffs Harbour. The area covers about 76 square kilometres of forested ridgelines and creek valleys, with a small population of around 200 residents living on rural properties and small acreage holdings. It lies within the Nambucca Shire and is characterised by lush subtropical vegetation, cattle and dairy farming, and a peaceful bush lifestyle.

Residents of Argents Hill enjoy a secluded semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to the coast and the services of Macksville and Nambucca Heads. The surrounding hinterland offers excellent opportunities for bushwalking, birdwatching, and exploring the Nambucca River system. The community has a strong rural identity, with properties ranging from working farms to lifestyle blocks, attracting those seeking space and natural surroundings while remaining within reach of Mid North Coast amenities.

Argents Hill falls under postcode 2449 and is governed by the Nambucca Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2449
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Nambucca Valley
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.63°, 152.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
76.25 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2449

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2449, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,334
Median 2023–24
$38,241
▲ 18.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$47,789

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2449; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Macksville Station
25 km
N/A – car required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
530 km
By Train
Drive to Macksville (~25km) then NSW TrainLink North Coast train; total ~6–7 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential within the locality; Pacific Highway provides main access to coast and regional centres

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural hinterland locality; no footpaths or public transport; private vehicle required for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
207
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
266.8 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 5.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Non-DV assault
538.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
490.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Nambucca Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Argents Hill NSW located? +

Argents Hill is a rural locality in the Nambucca Valley of mid-north coast NSW, approximately 25 kilometres west of Macksville and 40 kilometres south-west of Coffs Harbour.

What is the population of Argents Hill? +

Argents Hill has a small population of approximately 207 people according to the 2021 Census, living on rural and lifestyle properties in the hilly hinterland.

What is Argents Hill known for? +

Argents Hill is known for its peaceful bush lifestyle, with cattle and dairy farming on lush subtropical properties, surrounded by forested ridgelines typical of the Nambucca Valley hinterland.

Is Argents Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Argents Hill is part of the Nambucca Valley 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.