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Kendall

NSW 2439 • Rest of NSW

1,153
Population (2021)
$71,812
Median Household Income
13.81 km²
Area
$342/wk
Median Rent
VillageRiversideHistoricRetiree-FriendlyScenic

About Kendall

Kendall is a charming village on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, located 36 kilometres southwest of Port Macquarie in the Camden Haven area. With a population of around 890, it is named after the Australian poet Henry Kendall. The town sits along the Camden Haven River in a lush, green valley setting within the Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area.

Kendall offers a relaxed village lifestyle with a general store, café by the river, Services & Citizens Club, and a restored historic wharf. The town has modern tennis courts, an aquatic centre, and hosts community events at its heritage School of Arts building. It appeals to retirees and tree-changers seeking a peaceful riverside setting with easy access to the Camden Haven beaches and Port Macquarie.

Kendall falls under postcode 2439 and is governed by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2439
Urban Area
Hastings
LGA / Council
Port Macquarie-Hastings
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Macquarie
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.63°, 152.69°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
13.81 km²
Elevation
111m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Kendall for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$630K
24 sales · ▼ 9.4% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$342
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
48 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.1%

4 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kendall Station (limited service)
1 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • Busways 334 — Port Macquarie 40 min
  • NSW TrainLink coach — Taree / Sydney Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
5.5 hrs (NSW TrainLink)
By Car (Peak)
4.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hrs

🛣️ Regional town; Port Macquarie (36 km) is the nearest major centre

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Small village centre is walkable; car needed for most services in Port Macquarie

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Kendall Public School ICSEA 936
    6559 0040 Logans Crossing Rd
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Kendall, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Kendall School of Arts
Comboyne Street, Kendall • SHR #00479

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Government Area, which contains Kendall. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,141
Census 2021
1,153
▲ 1.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,584
Personal Income 2021
$33,384
▲ 30.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$33,384 / yr
$642/wk
Household
$71,812 / yr
$1381/wk
Family
$81,536 / yr
$1568/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,019
Born Overseas 86

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 37
  • 2. New Zealand 10
  • 3. France 5
  • 4. Germany 5
  • 5. Ireland 5
  • 6. Scotland 5
  • 7. Poland 4
  • 8. Canada 3
  • 9. Iran 3
  • 10. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 562
Australian 529
Irish 149
Scottish 109
Australian Aboriginal 74
German 35
Dutch 16
Chinese 8
New Zealander 8
Polish 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

881
Both parents born in Australia
114
Both parents born overseas
113
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.7%
Christianity
46.7%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
69 (6.0%)
5-14 years
151 (13.1%)
15-19 years
72 (6.2%)
20-24 years
41 (3.6%)
25-34 years
101 (8.8%)
35-44 years
112 (9.7%)
45-54 years
164 (14.2%)
55-64 years
194 (16.8%)
65-74 years
138 (12.0%)
75-84 years
89 (7.7%)
85+ years
22 (1.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kendall known for? +

Kendall is a charming village on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, located 36 kilometres southwest of Port Macquarie in the Camden Haven area. With a population of around 890, it is named after the Australian poet Henry Kendall.

How far is Kendall from Sydney CBD? +

Kendall is approximately 390 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 4.5 hrs during peak hour and 4 hrs off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 5.5 hrs (NSW TrainLink).

Does Kendall have public transport? +

Kendall is served by Kendall Station (limited service) station (1 km, approximately 10 min walk) on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line. Local bus services including Busways 334 also connect residents to Port Macquarie.

What is the population of Kendall? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kendall has a population of approximately 1,153 residents.

Is Kendall a good place to live? +

Kendall offers a unique blend of historic character and residential living. It suits those who appreciate heritage surroundings and a close-knit community, while remaining connected to regional services.

What is the postcode for Kendall? +

The postcode for Kendall in NSW is 2439.

What is the average income in Kendall? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kendall is about $642 per week (around $33,400 per year). The median household income is $1,381 per week and the median family income is $1,568 per week.

What is the median house price in Kendall? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $630,000, down 9.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Kendall? +

The median age in Kendall is 48. The largest age group is 55–64 (194 residents, around 17%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 22% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kendall a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kendall 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.

How much is rent in Kendall? +

In Kendall, the median weekly rent is $342, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).