🔍

Brookfield

NSW 2420 • New South Wales

224
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
37.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Brookfield

Brookfield is a small rural locality in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, situated in the Gloucester area approximately 320 kilometres north of Sydney. With a 2021 population of 224 people, it is a quiet farming community set amid the rugged ranges and river valleys of the Mid-Coast hinterland. The locality falls within the Lyne federal electorate and Upper Hunter state electorate. It is characterised by rolling pastoral land, beef cattle and dairy farming, and spectacular mountain scenery typical of the Barrington Tops foothills.

Residents of Brookfield enjoy a genuinely rural lifestyle with the convenience of nearby Gloucester township just a short drive away, offering schools, supermarkets, and essential services. The locality is well-placed for outdoor enthusiasts, with Barrington Tops National Park — a World Heritage-listed wilderness area — accessible from the Gloucester area. The community is small, self-sufficient, and close-knit, attracting families and tree-changers seeking affordable acreage in a scenic setting. Newcastle is the nearest major city, roughly two hours to the south-east.

Brookfield falls under postcode 2420 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2420
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.24°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.57 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coaches — Taree / Newcastle Varies; connections via Gloucester

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
No direct rail; nearest coach connection via Gloucester
By Car (Peak)
3 h 45 min via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 h 30 min

🛣️ Newcastle approx 2 h drive; Gloucester the nearest service town

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality; a car is essential for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Brookfield by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Brookfield Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Brookfield" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
224
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Brookfield NSW 2420? +

Brookfield is a rural locality near Gloucester in the Upper Hunter region of NSW, approximately 320 km north of Sydney.

What is the nearest town to Brookfield NSW? +

Gloucester is the nearest town, offering supermarkets, schools, and services for Brookfield residents.

Is Brookfield near Barrington Tops? +

Yes, Brookfield is in the broader Gloucester area, close to the Barrington Tops National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness area renowned for bushwalking and wildlife.

What is the population of Brookfield NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Brookfield has a population of 224 people.