Ellalong
NSW 2325 • Rest of NSW
About Ellalong
Ellalong is a rural locality in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, situated at the foot of the Watagan Mountains about 155 km north of Sydney and 12 km south-southwest of Cessnock. Known affectionately as 'The Jewel of the Mountain', the area covers around 35 square kilometres and had a population of approximately 1,351 at the 2021 census. The community has a notably young demographic profile with a median age of just 35, and strong Aboriginal heritage with 117 Indigenous residents. Predominantly Anglo-Australian in ancestry, Ellalong has a close-knit, working-class character shaped by its proximity to the Hunter Valley coalfields.
Ellalong offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of the Hunter Valley's world-famous wine country, which lies to the north. The surrounding Watagan Mountains provide excellent bushwalking, mountain biking and nature experiences. Cessnock city centre, about 12 km away, provides schools, supermarkets, hospitals and other urban services. The suburb appeals to families and tradespeople seeking affordable acreage living with good access to Newcastle (about 63 km east) and the broader Hunter Valley.
Ellalong falls under postcode 2325 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Regional bus services via Cessnock — Cessnock, Maitland, Newcastle 20–60 min depending on destination
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ No direct train service. Most residents drive to Maitland or Newcastle for rail connections. Newcastle CBD is about 65 km east (~50 min drive).
Ellalong is a rural locality with no footpaths or local shops within walking distance. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
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 Ellalong by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Ellalong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Ellalong" 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 33
- 2. New Zealand 22
- 3. Scotland 9
- 4. Philippines 5
- 5. Iran 4
- 6. Ireland 4
- 7. Netherlands 4
- 8. India 3
- 9. Wales 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)