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Sugarloaf

NSW 2420 • New South Wales

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
34.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandQuietBushland
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About Sugarloaf

Sugarloaf is a small rural locality in the Hunter Valley hinterland of New South Wales, situated approximately 180 kilometres north of Sydney within the Dungog Shire. Covering around 35 square kilometres of forested hills and farmland near the Paterson River catchment, the locality lies north-west of Dungog in the scenic Barrington hinterland. With a 2021 Census population of 65 residents, Sugarloaf is a quiet rural community set among the beautiful landscapes of the upper Hunter hinterland.

The locality sits in the gently forested hills and rural valleys of the Dungog Shire, named after the distinctive sugarloaf-shaped hill that characterises many rural Australian localities. The area supports small-scale farming, hobby farms, and lifestyle properties within easy reach of Dungog's services and the broader Hunter Valley. Dungog, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-east, provides schools, supermarkets, and a strong community spirit, while the Barrington Tops National Park and Paterson River offer outstanding natural recreation nearby.

Sugarloaf falls under postcode 2420 and is governed by the Dungog Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2420
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dungog
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.38°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.81 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2420

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2420, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,515
Median 2023–24
$48,169
▲ 31.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,420

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2420; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dungog
20 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Dungog (~2 hr 30 min to Central)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hrs

🛣️ Accessed via Pacific Highway and regional roads; car needed to reach Dungog station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Sugarloaf is a rural locality with no local services; all daily needs require travel to Dungog by car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
65
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
80.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
121.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
151.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
131.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Dungog →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sugarloaf known for? +

Sugarloaf is a quiet rural locality in the Dungog Shire named for the characteristic hill shape common to the Australian countryside, set among beautiful Hunter hinterland with proximity to the Barrington Tops and Paterson River.

How far is Sugarloaf from Sydney? +

Sugarloaf is approximately 180 kilometres north of Sydney, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway and regional roads.

Does Sugarloaf have public transport? +

Sugarloaf has no local public transport. NSW TrainLink services operate from Dungog station, approximately 20 kilometres away, with connections to Sydney Central and Newcastle.

What is the population of Sugarloaf? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sugarloaf has a population of approximately 65 residents, making it a small and quiet rural community.

Is Sugarloaf a good place to live? +

Sugarloaf suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in the Hunter Valley hinterland, with Dungog's community services, the Barrington Tops, and the beautiful Paterson River valley all easily accessible.

What is the postcode for Sugarloaf? +

The postcode for Sugarloaf is 2420.

Is Sugarloaf a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sugarloaf is part of the Dungog 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.