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The Bight

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

60
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideSubtropicalQuiet
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About The Bight

The Bight is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 330 kilometres north of Sydney near the town of Taree in the Manning Valley. The locality covers around 8 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 60 residents at the 2021 Census. It lies in the Manning River valley, a subtropical farming district known for dairy, beef, and timber industries.

Taree, approximately 15 kilometres to the south, is the main regional centre for the Manning Valley, providing a hospital, schools, major retail, and an airport with flights to Sydney. The Manning Valley is celebrated for its scenic river, beaches, and relaxed lifestyle. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport serves The Bight directly.

The Bight falls under postcode 2429 and is governed by the Mid-Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2429
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.77°, 152.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.56 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2429

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2429, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,137
Median 2023–24
$45,520
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,791

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2429; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Taree
15 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

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

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Taree (approx. 15 km south) to Sydney; approx. 4.5 hours
By Car (Peak)
4–5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hours

🛣️ Pacific Highway provides road access; Taree Airport has flights to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is required for all errands to Taree.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
60
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bight NSW known for? +

The Bight is a quiet rural locality in the Manning River valley near Taree, surrounded by subtropical dairy and beef farming country in the scenic mid-north coast hinterland.

How far is The Bight from Sydney CBD? +

The Bight is approximately 330 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, around 4 to 5 hours by road via the Pacific Highway.

Does The Bight have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in The Bight. NSW TrainLink trains operate from Taree (approximately 15 km south) to Sydney, and Taree Airport has flights to Sydney.

What is the population of The Bight NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, The Bight has a population of approximately 60 residents, a small rural community near Taree.

Is The Bight a good place to live? +

The Bight suits those seeking a quiet Manning Valley rural lifestyle, with Taree's services and the Mid North Coast beaches and rivers all within easy reach.

What is the postcode for The Bight NSW? +

The postcode for The Bight, NSW is 2429.

Is The Bight a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Bight is part of the Mid-Coast 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 The Bight? +

The Bight had a population of 60 at the 2021 Census.