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Sherwood (Kempsey - NSW)

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

145
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversidePeacefulAgricultural
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About Sherwood (Kempsey - NSW)

Sherwood is a small rural locality in the Kempsey Shire Council local government area on the New South Wales Mid North Coast, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Kempsey in the Macleay Valley. The locality covers around 14.7 square kilometres and lies along the Macleay River corridor, which plays a vital role in the region's water supply through the Sherwood borefield. With a 2021 Census population of 141 residents, Sherwood is a quiet rural community that forms part of the greater Kempsey Shire.

The locality is home to Sherwood Hall, a community venue that hosts the popular Sherwood Hall Markets — a regular community event that draws visitors from across the Macleay Valley. The Macleay River and surrounding farmland lend the area a peaceful agricultural character, with cattle grazing and river flats typical of the valley landscape. Residents rely on Kempsey for schooling, shopping, and medical services, with the Kempsey town centre offering supermarkets, hospitals, and transport connections to the wider Mid North Coast.

Sherwood (Kempsey - NSW) falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by the Coffs Harbour 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
2440
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Coffs Harbour
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.74 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2440

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2440, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,686
Median 2023–24
$48,150
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2440; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kempsey
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Kempsey 20-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
Drive to Kempsey station (15 km) then approx. 5–5.5 hrs by train to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
4 hrs 30 min – 5 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Pacific Highway is approximately 15 km east via Kempsey; Port Macquarie is about 50 km south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; Kempsey town centre is 15 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
145
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area, which contains Sherwood (Kempsey - NSW). Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
419.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
304 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.6%
Non-DV assault
593.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
428.3 / 100k
2yr Down 20.4% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Coffs Harbour →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sherwood (Kempsey) known for? +

Sherwood is best known locally for the Sherwood Hall Markets, a popular community event held at Sherwood Hall that draws visitors from across the Macleay Valley. The area is also notable for the Sherwood borefield, which plays an important role in water supply for the Kempsey Shire.

How far is Sherwood from Kempsey? +

Sherwood is approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Kempsey, the regional centre of the Macleay Valley, making it roughly a 15 to 20-minute drive for everyday services, shopping, and healthcare.

Does Sherwood (Kempsey) have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport within Sherwood. The nearest train station is Kempsey (approximately 15 km away) on the North Coast Line connecting Sydney and Brisbane. A car is essential for local travel.

What is the population of Sherwood (Kempsey)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sherwood (Kempsey) has a population of approximately 141 residents, making it a small rural locality within the broader Kempsey Shire.

Is Sherwood (Kempsey) a good place to live? +

Sherwood suits those who value a quiet Macleay Valley rural lifestyle close to the Macleay River, with Kempsey's services accessible within a short drive. It appeals to hobby farmers and those seeking a peaceful country retreat on the NSW Mid North Coast.

What is the postcode for Sherwood (Kempsey)? +

The postcode for Sherwood in the Kempsey area, NSW is 2440, shared with Kempsey and surrounding Macleay Valley localities.

Is Sherwood a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sherwood is part of the Coffs Harbour 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 Sherwood? +

Sherwood had a population of 145 at the 2021 Census.