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Austral Eden

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

145
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableCoastal
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About Austral Eden

Austral Eden is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated within postcode 2440 which covers the broader Port Macquarie–Hastings area. The locality spans approximately 13.6 square kilometres and, with a negligible recorded census population, it remains one of the more sparsely settled rural pockets of the region. Its position on the coastal hinterland, combined with a sub-tropical climate, gives the area a quietly beautiful character typical of this stretch of northern NSW coastline.

Residents of Austral Eden and its surrounds enjoy the relaxed rural-coastal lifestyle that defines the Mid North Coast, with Port Macquarie's full range of shops, services, hospitals, and beaches readily accessible by road. The broader region is well regarded for its warm climate, natural beauty, and outdoor lifestyle including fishing, bushwalking, and access to national parks. The area attracts those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within a reasonable drive of regional services.

Austral Eden falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by the Kempsey 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
2440
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kempsey
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.62 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2440

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2440, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,686
Median 2023–24
$48,150
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2440; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
No local train service; nearest station is Wauchope (~30 km) on the North Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 15 min to Sydney

🛣️ Car is essential; Pacific Highway / Pacific Motorway is the main route

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; all trips require a vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
145
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
781.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.6% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
539.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
687.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
12.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
353.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Kempsey →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Austral Eden NSW located? +

Austral Eden is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, within the Port Macquarie–Hastings region (postcode 2440). It lies in the coastal hinterland, roughly 390 km north of Sydney.

What is the nearest town to Austral Eden NSW? +

The nearest major town to Austral Eden is Port Macquarie, which offers a full range of retail, healthcare, and recreational facilities including Hastings District Hospital, major shopping centres, and surf beaches.

Is there public transport in Austral Eden? +

Austral Eden has no local bus or train services. A car is essential for residents. The nearest train station is Wauchope, approximately 30 km away, on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line.

Is Austral Eden a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Austral Eden is part of the Kempsey 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.

What is the population of Austral Eden? +

Austral Eden had a population of 145 at the 2021 Census.