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Brimbin

NSW 2430 • New South Wales

75
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Brimbin

Brimbin is a small rural locality of around 75 people located near the Manning Valley in the Mid-North Coast region of New South Wales, approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Taree. The locality covers about 28 square kilometres of hilly countryside, with the Manning River catchment providing a lush, heavily vegetated landscape. Brimbin sits within the broader Taree-Manning Valley agricultural district, where beef cattle farming and dairying are traditional livelihoods. The area is quiet and relatively remote, with most residents relying on the nearby town of Taree for services and employment.

Brimbin offers a peaceful rural retreat for those drawn to the stunning Manning Valley landscape, with bush tracks, wildlife corridors, and proximity to the Manning River providing outdoor recreation opportunities. The community is small and close-knit, with an unpretentious country feel. Taree, a regional centre with supermarkets, schools, and a hospital, is an easy drive away, ensuring basic amenities are accessible. The nearby Crowdy Bay National Park and Manning River mouth are popular destinations for fishing, kayaking, and nature-based tourism.

Brimbin falls under postcode 2430 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2430
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.90°, 152.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.79 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.05M
8 sales · ▲ 5% 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Taree Station
28 km
Drive required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
Drive to Taree (~30 min), then ~4 hrs to Central Station
By Car (Peak)
~4 hrs via Pacific Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3.5 hrs

🛣️ Newcastle is the closest major city at ~200 km / ~2.5 hrs

Walkability Car-Dependent

No local amenities; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
75
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Brimbin NSW? +

Brimbin is a rural locality in the Manning Valley on the NSW Mid-North Coast, approximately 28 km north-west of Taree.

What is the nearest town to Brimbin? +

Taree is the nearest major town, providing access to supermarkets, schools, medical services, and the North Coast train line to Sydney.

What national parks are near Brimbin? +

Crowdy Bay National Park and Tapin Tops National Park are both within easy reach of Brimbin, offering bushwalking, fishing, and wildlife watching.

What is the median house price in Brimbin? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,050,000, up 5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the population of Brimbin? +

Brimbin had a population of 75 at the 2021 Census.