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Rothbury

NSW 2320 • New South Wales

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Rothbury

Rothbury is a small rural locality in the Hunter Valley wine country of New South Wales, situated approximately 165 kilometres north of Sydney near Cessnock. Covering around 14 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 55 residents. The locality lies within the Cessnock City Council area, in the heart of the Hunter Valley — Australia's most visited wine region.

Rothbury sits in the prestigious wine-producing land of the Lower Hunter Valley, surrounded by iconic wineries such as the historic Rothbury Estate and many others that produce world-class Semillon and Shiraz. The area is popular with wine tourists, and annual events like Lovedale Long Lunch attract visitors from across NSW. Cessnock provides comprehensive shopping and services, while Maitland and Newcastle are within easy reach. A private vehicle is helpful, though the Hunter Valley's tourist infrastructure is well developed.

Rothbury falls under postcode 2320 and is governed by the Cessnock Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Paterson, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2320
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cessnock
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.74°, 151.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.87 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.6M
23 sales · ▼ 5.9% 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 2320

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2320, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,410
Median 2023–24
$62,015
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,913

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2320; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland
20 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Hunter Valley day tour buses — Sydney / Newcastle Varies (tour buses)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
Drive to Maitland; NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~2 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ New England Highway and Pacific Motorway provide main routes to Sydney

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural wine country locality; car required for most errands, though some winery walking possible locally

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
344.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.1%
Motor vehicle theft
559.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
474.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
377.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
View all 62 offence types for Cessnock →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rothbury known for? +

Rothbury is famous for its location in the Hunter Valley wine country, home to the historic Rothbury Estate winery and surrounded by some of Australia's most celebrated Semillon and Shiraz vineyards.

How far is Rothbury from Sydney? +

Rothbury is approximately 165 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, roughly a 2 hour drive via the Pacific Motorway and New England Highway.

Does Rothbury have public transport? +

There is no regular bus service in Rothbury. The nearest train station is Maitland, approximately 20 kilometres away, with NSW TrainLink services to Sydney. Wine tourism buses also operate in the area.

What is the population of Rothbury? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rothbury has a permanent population of approximately 55 residents, surrounded by the greater Hunter Valley wine tourism precinct.

Is Rothbury a good place to live? +

Rothbury is ideal for those who love wine country living, with world-class wineries on the doorstep, Cessnock's services nearby, and Sydney accessible for regular visits or work.

What is the postcode for Rothbury? +

The postcode for Rothbury is 2320, covering this Hunter Valley wine country locality in the Cessnock City Council area of New South Wales.

What is the median house price in Rothbury? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,600,000, down 5.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Rothbury a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rothbury is part of the Cessnock 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.