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Ellenborough

NSW 2446 • New South Wales

171
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
134.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandPeacefulRiversideQuiet
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About Ellenborough

Ellenborough is a small rural locality approximately 38 kilometres west of Wauchope and 130 kilometres east of Walcha, within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. The locality sits in the hilly hinterland between the coast and the tablelands, in a valley associated with the Ellenborough River system. With a 2021 Census population of 171 residents across approximately 135 square kilometres, Ellenborough is a quiet, lightly settled rural area. It was named by the explorer John Oxley after Edward Law, 1st Baron Ellenborough, and carries a sense of colonial history alongside its natural landscape.

Ellenborough is known for its scenic rural character, river valley setting, and access to nature. The locality's most notable natural feature is Ellenborough Falls, one of the highest single-drop waterfalls in the Southern Hemisphere, which draws visitors from across the region. The community is small and close-knit, with residents typically travelling to Wauchope or Port Macquarie for schools, shops, and medical services. The lifestyle is quiet and rural, appealing to those seeking acreage living, hobby farming, or a peaceful hinterland retreat within reasonable reach of the Mid North Coast.

Ellenborough falls under postcode 2446 and is governed by the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2446
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Port Macquarie-Hastings
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.39°, 152.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
134.68 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2446

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2446, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,827
Median 2023–24
$49,672
▲ 24.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,447

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2446; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
Drive to Wauchope (~38 km) for NSW TrainLink North Coast service
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4–4.5 hours

🛣️ Port Macquarie (~65 km east) is the main service hub; Oxley Highway and local roads provide access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; no footpaths or local shops, with Wauchope and Port Macquarie the nearest service centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
171
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
220.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
154.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Non-DV assault
487.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
208.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Port Macquarie-Hastings →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ellenborough known for? +

Ellenborough is best known for Ellenborough Falls, one of the highest single-drop waterfalls in the Southern Hemisphere, which cascades into a rainforest gorge and is a popular tourist attraction in the Port Macquarie-Hastings hinterland. The locality's scenic river valley and peaceful rural character also draw those seeking a quiet hinterland lifestyle.

How far is Ellenborough from Port Macquarie? +

Ellenborough is approximately 65 kilometres west of Port Macquarie and 38 kilometres west of Wauchope, making it around a 50–60 minute drive from Port Macquarie via the Oxley Highway.

Does Ellenborough have public transport? +

Ellenborough has no bus or rail services. The nearest train services are in Wauchope (~38 km east) via NSW TrainLink's North Coast line. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Ellenborough? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ellenborough has a population of 171 residents across approximately 135 square kilometres of hinterland valleys and ridges.

Is Ellenborough a good place to live? +

Ellenborough offers a beautiful, quiet hinterland lifestyle with scenic river valleys and proximity to natural attractions like Ellenborough Falls. It suits those seeking acreage living or a rural retreat, though residents must travel to Wauchope or Port Macquarie for all services, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Ellenborough? +

The postcode for Ellenborough, NSW is 2446.

Is Ellenborough a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ellenborough is part of the Port Macquarie-Hastings 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.