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Dairy Arm

NSW 2325 • New South Wales

43
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandAffordableHunter ValleyAcreage
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About Dairy Arm

Dairy Arm is a small rural locality in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, within the Cessnock local government area and postcode 2325. With a population of just 43 at the 2021 census spread across 22 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated area of undulating bushland and grazing country. The locality sits between the wine country of the lower Hunter Valley and the rugged Watagan Mountains to the south.

Dairy Arm offers an extremely quiet, off-the-grid rural lifestyle surrounded by native bushland and small farming properties. The nearest services are in Cessnock or Kurri Kurri, both around 20 minutes's drive. The area appeals to hobby farmers and nature enthusiasts seeking affordable acreage with proximity to the Hunter Valley's vineyards and the scenic Watagan State Forest.

Dairy Arm falls under postcode 2325 and is governed by the Cessnock Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hunter, while state elections fall under the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2325
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cessnock
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.05°, 151.18°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.24 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2325

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2325, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,900
Median 2023–24
$55,710
▲ 24.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,142

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2325; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Telarah Station
25 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Rover Coaches — Cessnock to Maitland 40 min to Cessnock

Commute to Cessnock

Distance
20 km
By Train
N/A — no rail to Dairy Arm
By Bus
N/A — no regular bus service
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Cessnock is the nearest town. Newcastle is about 50 min by car. A vehicle is essential.

Walkability Car Essential

No footpaths, shops, or services. Completely car-dependent rural locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
43
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
344.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.1%
Motor vehicle theft
559.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
474.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
377.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
View all 62 offence types for Cessnock →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dairy Arm known for? +

Dairy Arm offers an extremely quiet, off-the-grid rural lifestyle surrounded by native bushland and small farming properties.

How far is Dairy Arm from Sydney CBD? +

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

Does Dairy Arm have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Telarah Station (25 km away, approximately N/A walk) on the Hunter Line (Newcastle to Maitland). Bus services include Rover Coaches, running to Cessnock to Maitland in approximately 40 min to Cessnock.

What is the population of Dairy Arm? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dairy Arm has a very small population of approximately 43 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Dairy Arm a good place to live? +

Dairy Arm is a sparsely populated locality suited to those seeking a rural or wilderness experience rather than typical suburban amenities.

What is the postcode for Dairy Arm? +

The postcode for Dairy Arm is 2325. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Dairy Arm a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dairy Arm is part of the Cessnock 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.