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Wittitrin

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

56
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
186.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandCar-Dependent
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About Wittitrin

Wittitrin is a small rural locality in the Kempsey area of the Mid North Coast NSW, situated approximately 430 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 186 square kilometres of forested coastal hinterland in the Macleay River catchment.

The nearest town of Kempsey, approximately 40 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Macleay Valley is known for its heritage buildings, beef cattle, and the scenic Macleay River. There is no public transport serving Wittitrin; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Wittitrin 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
186.15 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
6 hr - 6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr - 6 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Kempsey is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
56
▲ 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 Wittitrin. 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 Wittitrin known for? +

Wittitrin is a quiet rural locality in the Kempsey area of the Mid North Coast NSW. The locality covers approximately 186 square kilometres of forested coastal hinterland in the Macleay River catchment.

How far is Wittitrin from Sydney CBD? +

Wittitrin is approximately 430 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 6 to 6 hour drive.

Does Wittitrin have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Wittitrin. A private vehicle is essential, with Kempsey approximately 40 kilometres away.

What is the population of Wittitrin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wittitrin has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Kempsey area of the Mid North Coast NSW.

Is Wittitrin a good place to live? +

Wittitrin suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Kempsey area of the Mid North Coast NSW, with Kempsey providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Wittitrin? +

The postcode for Wittitrin is 2440, covering this rural locality in the Kempsey area of the Mid North Coast NSW.

Is Wittitrin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wittitrin 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.