Kentucky
NSW 2354 • New South Wales
About Kentucky
Kentucky is a small village in the New England region of New South Wales, situated about 17 kilometres south of Uralla and 35 kilometres north-west of Walcha. The locality lies roughly 7 kilometres from the New England Highway and covers a sprawling 246 square kilometres of elevated tableland countryside. With a population of around 179 residents, Kentucky is a quiet rural community characterised by open farmland, granite outcrops, and cool highland air. It falls within the Uralla Shire local government area.
Life in Kentucky revolves around farming and rural pursuits, with sheep and cattle grazing central to the local economy. The village has a close-knit community spirit that is typical of small New England towns, and residents enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding tablelands. Nearby Uralla offers access to essential services, schools, and shops, while the broader New England region provides attractions including the gorges of the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park and the heritage township of Armidale.
Kentucky falls under postcode 2354 and is governed by the Uralla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2354
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2354, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2354; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach — Uralla / Armidale ~20-30 min to Uralla
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Nearest major centre is Armidale (~50 km). New England Highway provides main road access.
Very rural locality; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Kentucky Public School ICSEA 10026778 7227 Noalimba Ave
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Niangala Public School ICSEA 9952354 Location map We are located at Foster Street
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Walcha Rd
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51 South Street
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Walcha Central School ICSEA 9066777 2777 154E North St
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Woolbrook Public School ICSEA 9006777 5893 0455 407 402 Church St
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Chandlers Rd
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Uralla Local Government Area, which contains Kentucky. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)