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Wootton

NSW 2423 • New South Wales

228
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
107.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietAffordableAgricultural
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About Wootton

Wootton is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres north of Bulahdelah within the Mid-Coast Council area. The locality lies along Wootton Way — formerly part of the Pacific Highway until 1999 when the village was bypassed — and covers a large area of approximately 108 square kilometres of forested and agricultural land. With a population of around 228 residents and a below-average median household income, Wootton retains a quiet, close-knit community character typical of the region.

The area is surrounded by lush natural landscapes, including forests, rolling hills, and waterways near the Myall Lakes National Park region. Wootton has a small community hall and primary school that serve as focal points for local life. The locality appeals to those seeking affordable rural living on the Mid North Coast, with the beaches of Forster-Tuncurry approximately an hour's drive to the south and the Barrington Tops highlands accessible to the west.

Wootton falls under postcode 2423 and is governed by the Mid-Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Port Stephens electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2423
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Stephens
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.36°, 152.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
107.81 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.08M
6 sales · ▲ 19.9% vs 2024

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 2423

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2423, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,979
Median 2023–24
$41,226
▲ 25.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,516

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2423; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Bulahdelah and Taree Approx. 25 min to Bulahdelah

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
No direct train; Taree station approx. 60 km south on the North Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min - 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Accessible via the Pacific Highway (A1); Newcastle approx. 2 hrs south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; there are minimal local services in the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
228
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wootton known for? +

Wootton is known for its lush natural landscapes, forests, and rural character on the NSW Mid North Coast. It lies along the former Pacific Highway route known as Wootton Way and is near the Myall Lakes National Park region.

How far is Wootton from Sydney? +

Wootton is approximately 280 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, typically a 3.5 to 4.5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway.

Does Wootton have public transport? +

Public transport in Wootton is extremely limited. There is no rail service; the nearest train station is in Taree, approximately 60 km to the south. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Wootton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wootton has a population of approximately 228 residents, spread across a large 108 square kilometre area of rural land.

Is Wootton a good place to live? +

Wootton suits those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle on the Mid North Coast, with access to nearby national parks, forests, and the coast. It is best suited to people comfortable with a car-dependent, semi-isolated way of life.

What is the postcode for Wootton? +

The postcode for Wootton, NSW is 2423.

What is the median house price in Wootton? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,085,000, up 19.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Wootton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wootton is part of the Mid-Coast 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.