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Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW)

NSW 2324 • New South Wales

357
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
38.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietAffordable

About Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW)

Swan Bay is a small rural locality in the Hunter region of New South Wales, situated in the state electoral district of Upper Hunter within the Paterson federal electorate. The locality covers approximately 38.5 square kilometres and recorded a population of 357 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by low-density rural land use, with a modest median household income typical of semi-agricultural localities in regional NSW.

Like many small localities in the Hunter Valley hinterland, Swan Bay residents rely on nearby regional towns such as Maitland or Raymond Terrace for everyday needs including shopping, schooling, and medical services. The surrounding landscape features the rural character of the lower Hunter region, with farming properties and natural bushland. The locality suits those seeking an affordable, peaceful rural lifestyle within reasonable reach of the Hunter's larger service centres.

Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW) falls under postcode 2324 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2324
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.62°, 152.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
38.51 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station
22 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Maitland / Raymond Terrace Varies

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
52 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Maitland (~22km)
By Car (Peak)
55-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-60 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Pacific Motorway (M1) corridor

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fully car-dependent rural locality with no local amenities within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW) by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW) Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW)" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
357
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW) known for? +

Swan Bay is a small rural locality in the Hunter region, known for its quiet, low-density character and the agricultural land typical of the lower Hunter Valley hinterland.

How far is Swan Bay from Newcastle? +

Swan Bay is approximately 52 kilometres north of Newcastle CBD, with a drive of around 50–60 minutes off-peak.

Does Swan Bay have public transport? +

Swan Bay does not have regular public transport services. The nearest train station is Maitland, approximately 22km away on the Hunter Line, and a car is essential.

What is the population of Swan Bay? +

Swan Bay recorded a population of 357 at the 2021 Census, spread across a rural area of approximately 38.5 square kilometres.

Is Swan Bay a good place to live? +

Swan Bay offers an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle in the Hunter region, appealing to those who value wide open spaces and low density living while remaining within reasonable reach of Maitland and Newcastle for services.

What is the postcode for Swan Bay? +

The postcode for Swan Bay (Richmond Valley - NSW) is 2324, shared with other localities in the greater Maitland and Hunter region.