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Smithtown

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

625
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RiversideRuralQuietHistoricWorking-Class

About Smithtown

Smithtown is a small riverside locality on the banks of the Macleay River on New South Wales' Mid North Coast, approximately 500 kilometres north of Sydney within Kempsey Shire. With a population of around 625 residents, the town is compact and tightly-knit, spread across just 1.6 square kilometres of flat lowland along the river. Median household income sits below the national average at around $39,686, reflecting its regional working-class character and dependence on local industry.

Smithtown is perhaps best known nationally as the home of the Nestlé factory, which has operated in the town for over a century and remains one of the Mid North Coast's largest private-sector employers with more than 200 workers. Milo has been produced at the factory since 1934, and it is now the only site worldwide manufacturing Nestlé's 'Café Menu' range. The Macleay River provides a scenic backdrop for fishing and water recreation, while the nearby township of Kempsey — just across the river from Gladstone — offers access to schools, shopping, and broader services.

Smithtown falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2440
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$440K
15 sales · ▼ 7.4% 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coaches — Kempsey / Port Macquarie 15-25 min to Kempsey

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
490 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest regional rail at Kempsey
By Car (Peak)
5.5-6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-5.5 hours

🛣️ Located on the NSW Mid North Coast; Pacific Highway (A1) is the main arterial route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Smithtown is a small rural locality with minimal local services; a car is essential for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
625
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smithtown known for? +

Smithtown is best known as the home of the Nestlé factory, which has operated in the town for over a century. Milo has been produced there since 1934, and the factory employs more than 200 people, making it one of the Mid North Coast's biggest private-sector employers.

How far is Smithtown from Sydney? +

Smithtown is approximately 490 kilometres north of Sydney, around a 5 to 5.5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway. It sits on the NSW Mid North Coast near the town of Kempsey.

Does Smithtown have public transport? +

Smithtown has no rail service of its own. The nearest regional rail access is at Kempsey, approximately 10 kilometres away, served by NSW TrainLink coach and rail services. A car is the most practical way to get around the area.

What is the population of Smithtown? +

According to the 2021 Census, Smithtown has a population of approximately 625 residents. It is a small, tightly-knit community spread across 1.6 square kilometres alongside the Macleay River.

Is Smithtown a good place to live? +

Smithtown suits those who enjoy a quiet, riverside lifestyle in a close-knit regional community. The Nestlé factory provides significant local employment, and the Macleay River offers a relaxed natural setting, though access to services requires travel to nearby Kempsey.

What is the postcode for Smithtown? +

The postcode for Smithtown, NSW is 2440, which it shares with nearby localities including Kempsey and surrounds.

What is the median house price in Smithtown? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $440,000, down 7.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.