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Kingstown

NSW 2358 • New South Wales

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
321.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRemote

About Kingstown

Kingstown is a small rural locality in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 55 kilometres south of Armidale and 30 kilometres north of Uralla within the Uralla Shire. Covering around 322 square kilometres, the area recorded a population of 62 at the 2021 Census. The locality lies in the high pastoral country of the New England Tablelands, characterised by open grasslands, granite outcrops, and properties used for sheep and cattle grazing.

The New England Tablelands is one of New South Wales's premier cool-climate grazing regions, known for fine wool and beef production. Uralla to the south and Armidale to the north serve as the main service centres for the district, with Armidale providing a university, hospitals, schools, and comprehensive retail. Kingstown offers a quiet, elevated pastoral lifestyle in the New England region, with sweeping tableland views and a strong rural community character.

Kingstown falls under postcode 2358 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2358
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.54°, 151.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
321.87 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Armidale Station
55 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Uralla / Armidale N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
550 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Armidale (~55km away) to Central, approx. 6 hrs
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 5.5 to 6 hrs via New England Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5.25 hrs

🛣️ New England Highway is the main arterial. Uralla (~30km) and Armidale (~55km) are the nearest service centres.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a vehicle is essential for all needs, with Uralla the nearest town approximately 30km away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
▲ 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 Kingstown known for? +

Kingstown is a quiet pastoral locality on the New England Tablelands known for fine wool and beef cattle grazing on elevated open grasslands between Armidale and Uralla.

How far is Kingstown from Armidale? +

Kingstown is approximately 55 kilometres south of Armidale, the nearest city, a drive of around 45 to 55 minutes via the New England Highway.

Does Kingstown have public transport? +

Kingstown has no public transport. Armidale station approximately 55 kilometres away provides NSW TrainLink services to Sydney Central in around 6 hours.

What is the population of Kingstown? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 62 in Kingstown, reflecting its very sparse pastoral character in the Uralla Shire.

Is Kingstown a good place to live? +

Kingstown suits those engaged in pastoral farming on the New England Tablelands who value open spaces and cool-climate country, with Uralla and Armidale accessible for services.

What is the postcode for Kingstown? +

The postcode for Kingstown, New South Wales is 2358.