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Laughtondale

NSW 2775 • New South Wales

102
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideQuietBushland
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About Laughtondale

Laughtondale is a small rural locality on the banks of the Hawkesbury River in New South Wales, approximately 60 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD within the Hornsby Shire local government area. With a population of just 102 residents at the 2021 Census, it is one of the quieter settlements along the Hawkesbury, covering around 27 square kilometres of heavily wooded terrain. Named after John Laughton, who settled in the area in the 1840s as a boatbuilder and orchardist, the locality retains a distinctly rural and secluded character.

Laughtondale sits downstream from Wisemans Ferry and offers residents a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by native bushland and scenic river frontage. Water sports, fishing, and bushwalking along the Hawkesbury River are popular pastimes. The area has no shops or commercial services, with residents relying on nearby Wisemans Ferry or the larger centres of Windsor and Hornsby for daily needs. The Dharug people are the traditional custodians of the land, and the area's rich colonial and Indigenous history adds to its quiet charm.

Laughtondale falls under postcode 2775 and is governed by the Hornsby Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Robertson, while state elections fall under the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2775
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hornsby
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.31°, 150.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.06 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2775

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2775 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,026
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,329

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2775; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hawkesbury River Station (Brooklyn)
20 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Hawkesbury River (Brooklyn), approximately 20 km away
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Access via Singleton Road and Old Northern Road; very car-dependent locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops, schools, or services within walking distance; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
102
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
72.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.3%
Motor vehicle theft
43.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
135 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
7.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
101.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.8%
View all 62 offence types for Hornsby →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laughtondale known for? +

Laughtondale is known for its secluded, bushland setting on the banks of the Hawkesbury River. Named after settler John Laughton who arrived in the 1840s, it offers scenic river views, water sports, and a peaceful rural lifestyle within the Hornsby Shire.

How far is Laughtondale from Sydney CBD? +

Laughtondale is approximately 60 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD. The drive typically takes 55 to 90 minutes depending on traffic, via Old Northern Road and the Pacific Motorway.

Does Laughtondale have public transport? +

Laughtondale has no regular public transport service. The nearest train station is Hawkesbury River Station at Brooklyn, about 20 kilometres away on the T1 Central Coast & Newcastle Line. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Laughtondale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Laughtondale has a population of 102 residents spread across approximately 27 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Laughtondale a good place to live? +

Laughtondale suits those seeking a quiet, off-the-grid lifestyle surrounded by native bushland and river scenery. It appeals to residents who value privacy and nature over convenience, as the nearest shops and services are in Wisemans Ferry or further afield.

What is the postcode for Laughtondale? +

The postcode for Laughtondale, New South Wales is 2775, which is shared with other nearby Hawkesbury River localities.

Is Laughtondale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Laughtondale is part of the Hornsby 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.