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Kippara

NSW 2441 • New South Wales

0
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
42.55 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandFarmingLifestyleMid-North Coast

About Kippara

Kippara is a small rural locality in the Port Macquarie–Hastings local government area on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 km south of Wauchope and about 35 km south-west of Port Macquarie. The area is characterised by gently undulating rural land, timber plantations and small hobby farms within the Hastings River valley. The locality forms part of postcode 2441, which covers the Wauchope area and surrounding hinterland communities. The population is very small, consistent with the low-density rural settlement pattern of this region.

Kippara residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle with easy access to the services of Wauchope, a small inland town with a supermarket, schools, a hospital and the famous Timbertown heritage attraction. Port Macquarie, with its beaches, hospital, airport and full retail, is approximately 45 km north. The area is popular with people seeking acreage lifestyle properties, and the surrounding Hastings River valley is known for its timber industry heritage and scenic rural vistas. The Oxley Highway provides the main road link between Wauchope and Kempsey to the south.

Kippara falls under postcode 2441 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2441
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.23°, 152.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.55 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach via Wauchope — Port Macquarie / Kempsey Approx 20 min to Wauchope

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
380 km
By Train
Drive to Wauchope (~15 km), then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~5.5 hours)
By Bus
Coach from Wauchope/Port Macquarie to Sydney; approx 5.5–6 hours
By Car (Peak)
Approx 4.5 hours via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 4 hours

🛣️ Wauchope (~15 km) is the nearest town with supermarkets, schools, and a hospital. Port Macquarie (~45 km north) is the regional centre with airport and full services.

Walkability Car Dependent

A rural locality with no footpaths or public transport infrastructure. All daily needs require a short drive to Wauchope or Port Macquarie.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
0
▲ 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 Kippara known for? +

Kippara is a small rural locality in the Port Macquarie–Hastings local government area on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 km south of Wauchope and about 35 km south-west of Port Macquarie.

How far is Kippara from Sydney CBD? +

Kippara is approximately 380 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around Approx 4.5 hours via Pacific Motorway during peak hour and Approx 4 hours off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately Drive to Wauchope (~15 km), then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~5.5 hours).

Does Kippara have public transport? +

Kippara is served by bus routes (NSW TrainLink coach via Wauchope) connecting to Port Macquarie / Kempsey with a travel time of approximately Approx 20 min to Wauchope. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of Kippara? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kippara has a population of approximately 0 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Kippara a good place to live? +

Kippara suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Kippara? +

The postcode for Kippara in NSW is 2441.