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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
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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 Mid-Coast 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
2422
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
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
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2422

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2422, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,329
Median 2023–24
$41,701
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,614

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2422; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 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)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

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

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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.

Is Bundook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bundook is part of the Mid-Coast 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.