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Westbrook

NSW 2330 • New South Wales

151
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
93.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHeritageCommuter Belt
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About Westbrook

Westbrook is a rural locality in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, situated a short drive from Singleton within the Singleton Council local government area. The locality spans approximately 93.7 square kilometres of pastoral land characterised by rolling farming country, heritage homesteads, and the scenic valleys that define this part of the Hunter region. With a 2021 Census population of around 151, Westbrook is a sparsely settled rural community reflecting the agricultural heritage of the Upper Hunter.

The locality is known for its pastoral scenery, which is considered among the finest in the Hunter Valley, and is home to heritage-listed properties including a late Victorian pastoral homestead offering bed and breakfast accommodation. Singleton, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides residents with schools, supermarkets, hospitals, and rail services connecting to Newcastle and Sydney. Westbrook suits those drawn to wide-open farming landscapes and the quiet rural lifestyle of the Hunter Valley, while still being within commuting distance of Singleton and the broader region.

Westbrook falls under postcode 2330 and is governed by the Singleton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Macquarie, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Singleton
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.76°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
93.73 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2330

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2330, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$53,000
Median 2023–24
$61,393
▲ 15.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,264

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2330; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Singleton
20 km
Car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Singleton 20–30 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
230 km
By Train
Drive to Singleton station, then train to Sydney Central (~2 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min–3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min–2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via New England Highway; Singleton provides rail and bus services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural farming locality where a car is required for all daily errands and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
151
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
257.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.7%
Motor vehicle theft
280.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
390 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Singleton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westbrook (NSW) known for? +

Westbrook is known for its pastoral scenery and agricultural heritage in the Hunter Valley. The locality features heritage-listed farming properties, including a late Victorian homestead, and is surrounded by some of the finest farming country in the Hunter region.

How far is Westbrook from Singleton? +

Westbrook is approximately 20 kilometres from Singleton township in the Hunter Valley, a short drive of around 20–30 minutes.

Does Westbrook (NSW) have public transport? +

Public transport options in Westbrook itself are very limited. The nearest train station is at Singleton, approximately 20km away, with services connecting to Maitland, Newcastle, and Sydney.

What is the population of Westbrook (NSW)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Westbrook (NSW 2330) had a population of approximately 151 residents, typical of a sparsely settled rural locality in the Hunter Valley.

Is Westbrook (NSW) a good place to live? +

Westbrook is ideal for those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle in the Hunter Valley with wide open farmland and heritage character. It suits people comfortable with car travel and accessing services in nearby Singleton.

What is the postcode for Westbrook NSW? +

The postcode for Westbrook, NSW (near Singleton, Hunter Valley) is 2330.

Is Westbrook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Westbrook is part of the Singleton 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 Westbrook? +

Westbrook had a population of 151 at the 2021 Census.