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Brookfield

NSW 2420 • New South Wales

224
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
37.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Brookfield

Brookfield is a small rural locality in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, situated in the Gloucester area approximately 320 kilometres north of Sydney. With a 2021 population of 224 people, it is a quiet farming community set amid the rugged ranges and river valleys of the Mid-Coast hinterland. The locality falls within the Lyne federal electorate and Upper Hunter state electorate. It is characterised by rolling pastoral land, beef cattle and dairy farming, and spectacular mountain scenery typical of the Barrington Tops foothills.

Residents of Brookfield enjoy a genuinely rural lifestyle with the convenience of nearby Gloucester township just a short drive away, offering schools, supermarkets, and essential services. The locality is well-placed for outdoor enthusiasts, with Barrington Tops National Park — a World Heritage-listed wilderness area — accessible from the Gloucester area. The community is small, self-sufficient, and close-knit, attracting families and tree-changers seeking affordable acreage in a scenic setting. Newcastle is the nearest major city, roughly two hours to the south-east.

Brookfield 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
37.57 km²
Population Density
6 /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 coaches — Taree / Newcastle Varies; connections via Gloucester

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
No direct rail; nearest coach connection via Gloucester
By Car (Peak)
3 h 45 min via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 h 30 min

🛣️ Newcastle approx 2 h drive; Gloucester the nearest service town

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality; a car is essential for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
224
▲ 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 Brookfield. 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

Where is Brookfield NSW 2420? +

Brookfield is a rural locality near Gloucester in the Upper Hunter region of NSW, approximately 320 km north of Sydney.

What is the nearest town to Brookfield NSW? +

Gloucester is the nearest town, offering supermarkets, schools, and services for Brookfield residents.

Is Brookfield near Barrington Tops? +

Yes, Brookfield is in the broader Gloucester area, close to the Barrington Tops National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness area renowned for bushwalking and wildlife.

What is the population of Brookfield NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Brookfield has a population of 224 people.

Is Brookfield a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Brookfield 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.

What is the population of Brookfield? +

Brookfield had a population of 224 at the 2021 Census.