🔍

Broke

NSW 2330 • New South Wales

557
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
179.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Wine RegionHunter ValleyVillageScenicTourism

About Broke

Broke is a small village in the lower Hunter Valley of New South Wales, located 24 kilometres south of Singleton and 157 kilometres northwest of Sydney within the Singleton Council area. With a population of 557 at the 2021 census across 179.7 square kilometres, it sits in the picturesque Broke-Fordwich wine district at the southern end of the Hunter Valley wine region. The village is surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and rolling pastoral hills.

Broke is at the heart of the renowned Broke-Fordwich wine sub-region, home to premium boutique wineries and cellar doors producing acclaimed semillon, shiraz, and chardonnay. The village has a general store, community hall, and the historic Broke Village Inn. Residents enjoy a tranquil rural lifestyle surrounded by some of Australia's finest wine country. The area attracts wine industry workers, tree-changers, and lifestyle buyers drawn to the village charm and proximity to Sydney for weekend escapes.

Broke falls under postcode 2330 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.76°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
179.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$973K
19 sales · ▲ 7.2% 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

Singleton Station
24 km
N/A

Commute to Singleton

Distance
24 km
By Train
N/A — drive to Singleton for Hunter Line train
By Bus
N/A — no regular bus
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Cessnock is 30 min south. Sydney is about 2.5 hours via the M1 and Putty Road.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small village with a general store and pub. Wineries accessible by car. Most services in Singleton or Cessnock.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
557
▲ 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

What is Broke known for? +

Broke is at the heart of the renowned Broke-Fordwich wine sub-region, home to premium boutique wineries and cellar doors producing acclaimed semillon, shiraz, and chardonnay.

How far is Broke from Sydney CBD? +

Broke is approximately 24 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 25 min in peak hour and 20 min off-peak.

Does Broke have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Singleton Station (24 km away, approximately N/A walk) on the Hunter Line (NSW TrainLink to Sydney/Maitland).

What is the population of Broke? +

According to the 2021 Census, Broke has a population of 557 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Broke a good place to live? +

Broke is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The village has a general store, community hall, and the historic Broke Village Inn.

What is the postcode for Broke? +

The postcode for Broke is 2330. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Broke? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $972,500, up 7.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.