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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

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 local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2325
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
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
Elevation
0m

🚌 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.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
43
▲ 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 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).