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Bandon Grove

NSW 2420 • New South Wales

135
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
50.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Bandon Grove

Bandon Grove is a small rural locality in the Hunter region of New South Wales, within the postcode area 2420 that encompasses the Gloucester district. Covering approximately 50 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 135 at the 2021 Census, with a below-average median household income of around 6,500. The area is characterised by gentle river valley farming country, with the Gloucester and Barrington Tops region providing a backdrop of scenic ranges and rural tranquillity.

Life in Bandon Grove revolves around rural farming and agriculture, with the community closely connected to the larger town of Gloucester, the main service centre for the region located within the postcode. Gloucester offers schools, supermarkets, medical services, and community facilities for residents of surrounding localities. The broader Gloucester Shire area is known for its dramatic landscape where the Hunter Valley meets the foothills of Barrington Tops National Park, making it a destination for bushwalkers and nature enthusiasts.

Bandon Grove falls under postcode 2420 and is governed by the Dungog Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2420
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dungog
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.24°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
50.45 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2420

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2420, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,515
Median 2023–24
$48,169
▲ 31.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,420

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2420; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services — Newcastle / Taree Approx 2 hr to Newcastle

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Maitland or Newcastle and take train (~4 hr+ total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Bucketts Way and Pacific Highway provide road access south toward Newcastle and Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops; residents rely entirely on private vehicles to reach Gloucester for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
135
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
80.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
121.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
151.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
131.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Dungog →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bandon Grove known for? +

Bandon Grove is a quiet rural locality in the Gloucester district of NSW, known for its farming landscape and proximity to the scenic Barrington Tops region, a World Heritage-listed wilderness area.

How far is Bandon Grove from Sydney? +

Bandon Grove is approximately 290 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, roughly a 3.5 to 4.5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway and Bucketts Way through Gloucester.

Does Bandon Grove have public transport? +

There is no rail service in the Bandon Grove area. NSW TrainLink coach services connect Gloucester to Newcastle and Taree, but a private vehicle is the primary means of transport for most residents.

What is the population of Bandon Grove? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bandon Grove has a population of approximately 135 residents, reflecting its character as a small, dispersed rural locality in the Gloucester district.

Is Bandon Grove a good place to live? +

Bandon Grove suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle amid scenic NSW countryside. The town of Gloucester is nearby for services, and the area offers easy access to Barrington Tops National Park for outdoor activities.

What is the postcode for Bandon Grove? +

The postcode for Bandon Grove, New South Wales is 2420, which is shared with Gloucester and surrounding localities.

Is Bandon Grove a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bandon Grove is part of the Dungog 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.