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Fosterton

NSW 2420 • New South Wales

94
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
32.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Fosterton

Fosterton is a quiet rural locality in the Mid-North Coast hinterland of New South Wales, situated in the Dungog–Gloucester region within the Lyne federal electorate. With a population of around 94 residents spread across 32 square kilometres of rolling countryside, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The area is characterised by timber country, hobby farms, and small-scale grazing, with the Manning River valley landscape giving it a lush, green character. Fosterton retains the authentic feel of an unspoilt NSW farming hinterland.

Residents of Fosterton enjoy a deeply rural lifestyle with easy access to the larger centres of Gloucester (around 30 km away) and Dungog for everyday needs. The landscape attracts hobby farmers, tree-changers, and those seeking large blocks with privacy and natural surroundings. Local life is community-driven, with residents often participating in rural shows, markets, and activities based in nearby towns. For those wanting acreage living within a few hours of Newcastle or the Hunter Valley, Fosterton offers a genuinely off-the-beaten-path alternative.

Fosterton 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
32.45 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
230 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest station Dungog (~35 km)
By Car (Peak)
~2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 hours

🛣️ Car-dependent; nearest services in Gloucester or Dungog

Walkability Car-Dependent

Isolated rural locality; car essential for all daily needs

🛒 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 Fosterton by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Fosterton Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
94
▲ 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 Fosterton in NSW? +

Fosterton is a rural locality in the Dungog-Gloucester hinterland of the NSW Mid-North Coast, approximately 30 km south-west of Gloucester.

What is the population of Fosterton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fosterton had a population of approximately 94 people.

Is Fosterton good for acreage living? +

Yes — Fosterton offers large rural blocks with a quiet lifestyle, popular with hobby farmers and those seeking an escape from city life.