Lostock
NSW 2311 • New South Wales
About Lostock
Lostock is a small rural locality in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, located in the Manning Valley area near Gloucester within the Mid-Coast Council local government area. Covering an area of approximately 63 square kilometres, the locality is sparsely populated with around 65 residents and is characterised by rolling agricultural land used predominantly for cattle grazing and dairy farming. The Lostock Dam, a major water storage facility on the Paterson River, is located nearby and provides both irrigation water for the region and a recreational area for locals and visitors.
Lostock's character is defined by its quiet rural setting, with the landscape of cleared farmland, state forests, and the Paterson River providing a peaceful backdrop for those who call it home. The nearest town centres of Gloucester and Dungog offer essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities. Farming families and tree-changers make up most of the local community, attracted by the affordable land, clean air, and connection to the natural environment. The Lostock Dam reserve and surrounding forests are popular for fishing, camping, and birdwatching among visitors from the broader Hunter Valley region.
Lostock falls under postcode 2311 and is governed by the Dungog 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 2311
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2311 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2311; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Lostock is a rural locality with no public transport services. Personal vehicle is essential.
Remote rural locality with no footpaths or public transport. All travel requires a vehicle.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gresford Public School ICSEA 9364938 9304 157 Durham Rd
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Dungog Local Government Area, which contains Lostock. 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)