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Bundook

NSW 2422 • New South Wales

114
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
50.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePeaceful

About Bundook

Bundook is a small rural locality in the Upper Hunter and Manning regions of New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres south-east of Gloucester within the MidCoast Council local government area. With a population of 114 residents across just over 50 square kilometres, Bundook is a lightly settled farming community set among grazing land and forested ridges in this corner of mid-north NSW. The locality falls within the state electorate of Upper Hunter and the federal electorate of Lyne, reflecting its rural and regional identity.

The landscape is predominantly made up of cattle grazing properties, with state forest and timbered ridgelines forming the backdrop to the farming valleys. Residents rely on Gloucester as the nearest service town, which offers schools, a hospital, shops, and community facilities, while the larger city of Taree on the Mid North Coast provides a broader range of services approximately 80 kilometres to the north-east. Bundook's remote character and scenic valley setting attract those who value space, privacy, and a working connection to the land.

Bundook falls under postcode 2422 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
2422
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.97°, 151.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
50.59 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No direct service — drive to Taree Station (~80km north-east) for NSW TrainLink services to Sydney (~4.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min – 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs – 3 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Access via Bucketts Way and Pacific Highway through Gloucester and Taree; a car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no local amenities — a car is required for all trips to Gloucester or beyond

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
114
▲ 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 Bundook known for? +

Bundook is known as a quiet rural locality in the MidCoast region of NSW, characterised by cattle grazing properties and timbered ridges in the valley country south-east of Gloucester.

How far is Bundook from Sydney? +

Bundook is approximately 290 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, typically a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via the Pacific Highway through Maitland or Taree.

Does Bundook have public transport? +

There is no public bus or rail service in Bundook. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Gloucester (approximately 30km away) the nearest town, and Taree (approximately 80km) the nearest rail-connected centre.

What is the population of Bundook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bundook has a population of 114 residents across just over 50 square kilometres of grazing and forested land.

Is Bundook a good place to live? +

Bundook suits those seeking a remote rural lifestyle in scenic valley country, with Gloucester's services within reasonable reach and a strong sense of privacy and space.

What is the postcode for Bundook? +

The postcode for Bundook is 2422, shared with Gloucester and surrounding localities in the MidCoast region of NSW.