Aberdare
NSW 2325 • Rest of NSW
About Aberdare
Aberdare is a small residential suburb within the city of Cessnock in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, approximately 15 minutes from the famous Hunter Valley wine region and 45 minutes south-west of Newcastle. The suburb takes its name from Aberdare in Wales, reflecting the area's deep Welsh and British coal-mining heritage - coal was discovered in the region in the 1800s and shaped the landscape and community for over a century. With a population of around 2,500, Aberdare is a quiet, working-class suburb characterised by modest homes and close-knit community values. It sits adjacent to Cessnock's urban core, with easy access to the town's full range of services.
Residents of Aberdare enjoy proximity to Cessnock's shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and sporting facilities, all within a short drive. The Hunter Valley wine country is a major lifestyle drawcard, with dozens of cellar doors, restaurants, and gourmet food producers just 15 minutes away. Outdoor recreation includes golf courses, state forests, and the Watagan Mountains to the east. The suburb is popular with families and tradies who work in the broader Hunter region's construction, healthcare, and service industries, attracted by relatively affordable housing compared to coastal and metropolitan areas.
Aberdare falls under postcode 2325 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 210,211 — Cessnock CBD / Kurri Kurri 5-15 min
- 150 — Newcastle Interchange 55-70 min
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ The Hunter Expressway (A15) provides a fast road link north-east toward Newcastle and Maitland. No local train service in Cessnock/Aberdare.
Aberdare is primarily car-dependent; most daily needs require a short drive to Cessnock town centre. Local bus services exist but are limited in frequency.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bellbird Public School ICSEA 9074990 2331 Doyle Street
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Cessnock East Public School ICSEA 8354990 1549 Old Maitland Rd
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Cessnock High School ICSEA 8924990 1439 Aberdare St
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Cessnock Public School ICSEA 8764990 1652 Rawson St
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Cessnock West Public School ICSEA 884Wollombi & Campbell Sts
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Nulkaba Public School ICSEA 9314990 1805 5 O'Connors Road
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0249 903 152 155 Wollombi Rd
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Mount View High School ICSEA 91149902566 106 Mount View Road
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Congewai Public School ICSEA 8884998 1366 605 Congewai Road
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Ellalong Public School ICSEA 9034998 1360 32 Helena Street
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Kearsley Public School ICSEA 8974990 1705 130 Caledonia Street
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Kitchener Public School ICSEA 9304990 2974 38 Richmond Street
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Laguna Public School ICSEA 9694998 8251 3738 The Great North Road
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Millfield Public School ICSEA 9324998 1331 Wollombi Rd
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10 Lomas Lane
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Paxton Public School ICSEA 92620 Anderson Ave
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Maitland Rd
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Aberdare by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Aberdare Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Aberdare" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
11 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 44
- 2. New Zealand 19
- 3. Philippines 13
- 4. Scotland 9
- 5. South Africa 9
- 6. Thailand 9
- 7. Germany 7
- 8. India 6
- 9. Italy 5
- 10. Ireland 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)