North Rothbury

NSW 2335 • Rest of NSW

2,502
Population (2021)
$53,300
Median Income
15.91 km²
Area
59m
Elevation

About North Rothbury

North Rothbury is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Cessnock (City) area. With a population of 2,502 and a median income of $53,300, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 15.91 km² at an elevation of 59m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. North Rothbury is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

North Rothbury falls under postcode 2335 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2335
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.69°, 151.35°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
15.91 km²
Elevation
59m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
30 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
898
Census 2021
2,502
178.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,920
Income 2021
$53,300
44.4% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,179
Born Overseas 246

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 51
  • 2. New Zealand 33
  • 3. South Africa 19
  • 4. Philippines 18
  • 5. India 10
  • 6. Hong Kong 9
  • 7. Sri Lanka 8
  • 8. Italy 7
  • 9. Cambodia 6
  • 10. Germany 6
  • 11. United States 6
  • 12. Japan 5
  • 13. Wales 5
  • 14. Egypt 4
  • 15. Malaysia 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,118
English 1,070
Irish 272
Scottish 268
Australian Aboriginal 197
German 125
Italian 78
Dutch 30
Polish 27
Filipino 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,858
Both parents born in Australia
294
Both parents born overseas
260
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.4%
No Religion
43.9%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
271 (10.8%)
5-14 years
431 (17.2%)
15-19 years
142 (5.7%)
20-24 years
142 (5.7%)
25-34 years
511 (20.4%)
35-44 years
398 (15.9%)
45-54 years
240 (9.6%)
55-64 years
206 (8.2%)
65-74 years
127 (5.1%)
75-84 years
47 (1.9%)
85+ years
6 (0.2%)

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