Abermain
NSW 2326 • Rest of NSW
About Abermain
Abermain is a small township in the lower Hunter Valley of New South Wales, situated approximately 8 kilometres west of Cessnock and around 50 kilometres from Newcastle. With a population of about 2,500, it has a rich coal mining heritage dating back to the late 1800s. The suburb is characterised by modest weatherboard homes, a tight-knit community, and a demographic that skews toward lower-to-middle income households.
Abermain offers an affordable, no-frills lifestyle in the heart of the Hunter Valley wine country. While the township itself is quiet with basic amenities including a pub, primary school, and local sports grounds, residents are a short drive from Cessnock's shops and the renowned Pokolbin and Lovedale wine regions. The area attracts first-home buyers and investors looking for value, with the trade-off being limited local services and reliance on private transport for most needs.
Abermain falls under postcode 2326 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 168 — Cessnock via Weston 15 mins
- Route 168/160 — Maitland (connecting to Hunter Line trains) 45 mins
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ No direct train service. Nearest train station is Maitland (30 km). Most residents rely on cars.
Very limited local amenities; a car is essential for shopping, work, and services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Abermain Public School ICSEA 9174930 4210 Goulburn St
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Church Street
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Weston Public School ICSEA 8824937 1318 20 Sixth Street
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 Abermain by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Abermain Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Abermain" under Suburb
Housing 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 28
- 2. New Zealand 17
- 3. Scotland 12
- 4. South Africa 8
- 5. Germany 6
- 6. Wales 6
- 7. United States 5
- 8. Philippines 4
- 9. India 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)