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Willawarrin

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

183
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
25.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Willawarrin

Willawarrin is a small rural village in the Macleay Valley hinterland of New South Wales, located approximately 30 kilometres west of Kempsey along the Kempsey Armidale Road within Kempsey Shire Council. With a population of around 183 residents across 25 square kilometres of hinterland country, the village serves as a quiet community hub for the surrounding farming district. The area sits in a wild and natural landscape rich in Indigenous heritage, agricultural history, and a strong pioneering spirit.

Willawarrin is perhaps best known as part of the Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive, which passes through the village and connects to Nulla Nulla, the childhood home of iconic Australian country music legend Slim Dusty. The village has a hotel, sporting fields, and a close-knit community proud of its rural mateship and generosity. Kempsey provides the nearest full range of services, and the surrounding Macleay Valley hinterland offers stunning natural scenery, bushwalking, and the unique experience of inland mid-North Coast country.

Willawarrin falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by the Kempsey Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2440
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kempsey
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
25.37 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Willawarrin for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$548K
9 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2440

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2440, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,686
Median 2023–24
$48,150
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2440; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kempsey (no passenger rail)
30 km
N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Port Macquarie or Taree for regional connections
By Car (Peak)
30–40 min to Kempsey; ~5 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–30 min to Kempsey; ~4.5 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Access via Kempsey Armidale Road; Kempsey provides most local services at 30 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small hinterland village — a car is essential for shopping, work, and most daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
183
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
781.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.6% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
539.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
687.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
12.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
353.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Kempsey →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willawarrin known for? +

Willawarrin is known for its location on the Slim Dusty Way Scenic Drive, which passes through the village en route to Nulla Nulla — the childhood home of iconic Australian country music legend Slim Dusty. The village is also known for its wild natural hinterland setting and strong rural community spirit.

How far is Willawarrin from Kempsey? +

Willawarrin is approximately 30 kilometres west of Kempsey, a drive of around 25–40 minutes via the Kempsey Armidale Road.

Does Willawarrin have public transport? +

Willawarrin has no public transport services. There is no passenger rail in the area, and regular bus routes do not serve the village. A private vehicle is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Willawarrin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Willawarrin has a population of approximately 183 residents, typical of a small Macleay Valley hinterland village.

Is Willawarrin a good place to live? +

Willawarrin appeals to those who value a quiet, nature-surrounded rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community. The nearby Macleay Valley hinterland offers beautiful scenery, and Kempsey provides essential services just 30 km away. It suits buyers looking for affordable rural property in mid-North Coast country.

What is the postcode for Willawarrin? +

The postcode for Willawarrin, NSW is 2440, shared with the nearby coastal hub of Port Macquarie and the Kempsey area.

What is the median house price in Willawarrin? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $548,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Willawarrin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Willawarrin is part of the Kempsey 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.