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Harpers Hill

NSW 2321 • New South Wales

64
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-Rural
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About Harpers Hill

Harpers Hill is a small rural locality in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, located approximately 10 kilometres north of Cessnock and around 20 kilometres from Maitland. Situated within the Cessnock City Council area under postcode 2321, the locality is set amid the vineyards and farming land of the lower Hunter Valley. With a population of around 64 residents, Harpers Hill is a quiet rural community on the northern fringe of the Hunter wine region.

The locality sits at the edge of the Pokolbin wine district, placing residents close to world-renowned wineries, restaurants, and accommodation venues that attract visitors from across Australia. Cessnock, the nearest substantial town, provides supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and bus connections. The combination of wine country lifestyle, rural outlook, and reasonable proximity to both Cessnock and Newcastle makes Harpers Hill appealing to those seeking a peaceful semi-rural setting.

Harpers Hill falls under postcode 2321 and is governed by the Maitland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Paterson, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2321
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maitland
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.66°, 151.68°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.80 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2321

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2321, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,674
Median 2023–24
$63,949
▲ 21.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,571

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2321; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station
20 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited services via Cessnock — Cessnock / Newcastle 30-45 min to Newcastle

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
155 km
By Train
Drive to Maitland Station, then NSW TrainLink to Central (~2 hrs 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min

🛣️ New England Highway and Pacific Motorway provide access to Newcastle and Sydney; car essential locally

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Harpers Hill is a rural locality with no local shops; a car is needed for all daily needs, with Cessnock the nearest service centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
64
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.4%
Motor vehicle theft
302.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.5%
Non-DV assault
461.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
489 / 100k
2yr Down 15.6% 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Maitland →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harpers Hill known for? +

Harpers Hill is known for its quiet rural setting on the northern edge of the Hunter wine region, near the Pokolbin wine district and the vineyards that define the lower Hunter Valley.

How far is Harpers Hill from Cessnock? +

Harpers Hill is approximately 10 kilometres north of Cessnock, a drive of around 10-15 minutes via local roads.

Does Harpers Hill have public transport? +

Public transport is very limited in Harpers Hill. Bus services connect through Cessnock, and the nearest train station is at Maitland, approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Harpers Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Harpers Hill has a population of approximately 64 residents.

Is Harpers Hill a good place to live? +

Harpers Hill suits those drawn to a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Hunter wine country, with Cessnock's services and the famous Pokolbin wine estates within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Harpers Hill? +

The postcode for Harpers Hill, NSW is 2321.

Is Harpers Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Harpers Hill is part of the Maitland 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.