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Torryburn (Dungog - NSW)

NSW 2358 • New South Wales

131
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric
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About Torryburn (Dungog - NSW)

Torryburn is a small rural locality in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, situated approximately 6 kilometres south of East Gresford in the Dungog Shire area. Covering about 22 square kilometres along the Allyn River, the hamlet has a population of around 131 residents and is set amidst pastoral farmland and bushland. The area is historically notable as the former home of Dorothea Mackellar, the celebrated Australian poet who wrote "My Country". Torryburn Stud, the property associated with Mackellar, remains a local landmark on Torryburn Road.

Life in Torryburn revolves around the quiet rhythms of rural living, with the surrounding Allyn River valley offering scenic bushwalking, swimming holes, and wildlife encounters. The community is small and tight-knit, largely dependent on the nearby towns of East Gresford and Dungog for services, schools, and shopping. Limited bus services connect the locality to surrounding towns approximately five times per week. The area appeals to those seeking a peaceful country lifestyle away from urban pressures, with the Hunter Valley wineries and the Barrington Tops National Park accessible within an hour's drive.

Torryburn (Dungog - NSW) falls under postcode 2358 and is governed by the Uralla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2358
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Uralla
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.54°, 151.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.21 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2358

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2358, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,672
Median 2023–24
$48,324
▲ 31.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,044

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2358; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Hunter buses (regional) — East Gresford / Dungog 15-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
N/A — no nearby train station; nearest is Dungog (~30 min drive)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hours

🛣️ Very remote; Dungog is the nearest town with a train station on the Hunter Line

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
131
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
229.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
147.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
213.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
246.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Uralla →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Torryburn located in NSW? +

Torryburn is a small rural locality in the Dungog Shire, approximately 6 kilometres south of East Gresford in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales.

Is Torryburn connected to Dorothea Mackellar? +

Yes, Torryburn is historically notable as the former home of Dorothea Mackellar, the Australian poet who wrote 'My Country'. Torryburn Stud on Torryburn Road was her family's property.

What is the population of Torryburn? +

Torryburn is a very small community with a population of approximately 131 residents according to recent census data.

How do I get to Torryburn without a car? +

There are approximately five buses per week in each direction, departing from the corner of Torryburn Road and Gresford Road, connecting to East Gresford and nearby towns.

Is Torryburn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Torryburn is part of the Uralla 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.