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Glen Oak

NSW 2320 • New South Wales

426
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
44.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordable

About Glen Oak

Glen Oak is a rural locality in the Hunter region of New South Wales, located approximately 186 kilometres north of Sydney and 48 kilometres north-north-west of Newcastle. Covering around 45 square kilometres and split across both Port Stephens Council and Dungog Shire Council, the locality has a modest population of about 426 residents. The area is characterised by gently undulating rural land, cleared farming country, and pockets of native bushland. Its coordinates place it inland from the Tomaree Peninsula, in the transitional zone between the coastal lowlands and the foothills of the Barrington Tops.

Life in Glen Oak is shaped by the rhythms of small-scale farming and the appeal of a quiet country lifestyle within reach of the Hunter region's services. Raymond Terrace, located about 23 kilometres to the south-south-east, serves as the primary service hub for residents. A notable local landmark is the Glen Oak School of Arts hall, built in 1899, which speaks to the area's colonial heritage and the early settlement of the Hunter. The locality appeals to those seeking rural acreage properties with reasonable proximity to Newcastle and the Port Stephens coast.

Glen Oak falls under postcode 2320 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
2320
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.74°, 151.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.54 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station
38 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Hunter Valley regional services — Raymond Terrace / Maitland 30–50 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
186 km
By Train
Not directly accessible — drive to Maitland or Dungog for train (~3+ hours total to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hours via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hours

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent. Raymond Terrace is the closest major service centre at ~23 km.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality — all errands require a private vehicle. Limited footpaths near Glen Oak School of Arts area.

🛒 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 Glen Oak by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Glen Oak Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
426
▲ 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 Glen Oak NSW located? +

Glen Oak is a rural locality in the Hunter region of NSW, about 186 km north of Sydney and 48 km north-north-west of Newcastle, in Port Stephens and Dungog Shire councils.

What is the population of Glen Oak NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glen Oak has a population of 426 residents spread across 45 square kilometres.

What LGA is Glen Oak in? +

Glen Oak straddles two local government areas — Port Stephens Council and Dungog Shire Council.

Is there a school in Glen Oak NSW? +

Glen Oak has a historic School of Arts hall (1899) and a Rolls of Honour monument, but modern schooling is primarily accessed in nearby Raymond Terrace or Maitland.

What is Glen Oak like to live in? +

Glen Oak offers a quiet rural lifestyle with acreage properties, farming land, and easy access to Port Stephens' coastal attractions and the broader Hunter Valley.