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North Macksville

NSW 2447 • New South Wales

669
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableRetirees
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About North Macksville

North Macksville is a quiet residential locality situated on the northern fringe of Macksville in the Nambucca Valley, on the mid-North Coast of New South Wales. It covers approximately 18 square kilometres and had a population of around 669 residents at the 2021 Census. The area borders the Nambucca River catchment and is surrounded by lush, hilly terrain typical of the NSW mid-North Coast, offering a relaxed rural-residential lifestyle.

Residents of North Macksville benefit from close proximity to the services and amenities of Macksville, including schools, medical facilities, and local shops, while enjoying a quieter, more spacious environment. The Nambucca Valley is known for its scenic beauty, surf beaches, and relaxed pace of life, attracting retirees and families seeking an affordable alternative to coastal towns further south. Coffs Harbour, with its major retail, hospital, and airport, is approximately 50 kilometres to the north.

North Macksville falls under postcode 2447 and is governed by the Nambucca Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2447
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Nambucca Valley
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.69°, 152.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.21 km²
Population Density
37 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in North Macksville for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$885K
18 sales · ▲ 10.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2447

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2447, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$35,857
Median 2023–24
$45,054
▲ 25.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,446

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2447; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Macksville Station
2.5 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach connections — Coffs Harbour / Kempsey Approx 50 min to Coffs Harbour

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
Approx 7 hrs to Central via North Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
Approx 5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 5 hrs

🛣️ Coffs Harbour (50 km N) has airport for faster access to major cities

Walkability Car Dependent

Limited footpaths; most errands require a vehicle; Macksville township accessible by short drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
669
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
266.8 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 5.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Non-DV assault
538.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
490.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Nambucca Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is North Macksville? +

North Macksville is a locality on the northern fringe of Macksville in the Nambucca Valley, mid-North Coast NSW, about 520 km north of Sydney.

What train services are available near North Macksville? +

The nearest station is Macksville, about 2.5 km away, served by the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line with connections to Sydney (approx. 7 hours) and Brisbane.

What amenities are nearby? +

Macksville township, about 2.5 km away, offers supermarkets, schools, medical services and local cafes. Coffs Harbour, with larger shopping centres, a hospital and an airport, is approximately 50 km north.

What is the median house price in North Macksville? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $885,000, up 10.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is North Macksville a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. North Macksville is part of the Nambucca Valley 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.

What is the population of North Macksville? +

North Macksville had a population of 669 at the 2021 Census.