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Wisemans Ferry

NSW 2775 • New South Wales

233
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricRiversideRuralQuiet
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About Wisemans Ferry

Wisemans Ferry is a historic riverside locality on the Hawkesbury River in New South Wales, located approximately 75 kilometres north-west of Sydney and spanning parts of the Hornsby Shire, City of Hawkesbury, and Central Coast Council areas. With a population of around 233, the settlement is one of the oldest in New South Wales, founded by ex-convict Solomon Wiseman who established a ferry crossing here in 1827 to serve travellers on the Great North Road. The locality retains a strong sense of heritage, with the free government vehicular ferry still operating as the oldest continuous ferry crossing in the state.

Wisemans Ferry draws visitors and residents alike with its Hawkesbury River scenery, camping grounds, and heritage-listed Great North Road — a convict-built road now popular with bushwalkers. Houseboating, fishing, and kayaking are popular leisure activities on the river. The locality has a small general store and pub, but residents rely on surrounding towns for most services. Its scenic isolation, rich colonial history, and river lifestyle make it a cherished weekend escape from Sydney and home to a small, tight-knit community.

Wisemans Ferry falls under postcode 2775 and is governed by the The Hills Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Robertson, while state elections fall under the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2775
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
The Hills
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.31°, 150.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.47 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1M
5 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 2775

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2775 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,026
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,329

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2775; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Windsor or Gosford Car required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Penrith or Gosford for rail access
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.25–1.5 hr

🛣️ Free vehicular ferry crosses the Hawkesbury River; Wisemans Ferry Rd connects to Windsor and the M7 motorway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Highly car-dependent locality; only a small store and pub are within the settlement

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
233
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
88.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.9%
Motor vehicle theft
50.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
119.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
11.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
103.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.4%
View all 62 offence types for The Hills →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wisemans Ferry known for? +

Wisemans Ferry is known for its historic free vehicular ferry — the oldest continuously operated ferry crossing in New South Wales — as well as the convict-built Great North Road, the scenic Hawkesbury River, and its heritage dating to the 1820s.

How far is Wisemans Ferry from Sydney CBD? +

Wisemans Ferry is approximately 75 kilometres north-west of Sydney, typically a 1.25 to 1.5 hour drive in off-peak traffic via the Hawkesbury River Road or Wisemans Ferry Road.

Does Wisemans Ferry have public transport? +

There is no regular bus or train service to Wisemans Ferry. The free government vehicular ferry across the Hawkesbury River is the main transport connection, and a private car is essential for reaching services.

What is the population of Wisemans Ferry? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 233 in Wisemans Ferry, reflecting its character as a small, historic riverside settlement.

Is Wisemans Ferry a good place to live? +

Wisemans Ferry offers a rare combination of deep colonial history, river scenery, and peaceful isolation close to Sydney. It suits those who enjoy outdoor activities like fishing and bushwalking, and who value a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Wisemans Ferry? +

The postcode for Wisemans Ferry, NSW is 2775.

What is the median house price in Wisemans Ferry? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,000,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Wisemans Ferry a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wisemans Ferry is part of the The Hills 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.