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Kentucky

NSW 2354 • New South Wales

179
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
245.66 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric

About Kentucky

Kentucky is a small village in the New England region of New South Wales, situated about 17 kilometres south of Uralla and 35 kilometres north-west of Walcha. The locality lies roughly 7 kilometres from the New England Highway and covers a sprawling 246 square kilometres of elevated tableland countryside. With a population of around 179 residents, Kentucky is a quiet rural community characterised by open farmland, granite outcrops, and cool highland air. It falls within the Uralla Shire local government area.

Life in Kentucky revolves around farming and rural pursuits, with sheep and cattle grazing central to the local economy. The village has a close-knit community spirit that is typical of small New England towns, and residents enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding tablelands. Nearby Uralla offers access to essential services, schools, and shops, while the broader New England region provides attractions including the gorges of the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park and the heritage township of Armidale.

Kentucky falls under postcode 2354 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
2354
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.15°, 151.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
245.66 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Uralla / Armidale ~20-30 min to Uralla

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
N/A – no local rail
By Car (Peak)
~5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5 hrs

🛣️ Nearest major centre is Armidale (~50 km). New England Highway provides main road access.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very rural locality; a private vehicle is 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 Kentucky by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Kentucky Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
179
▲ 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 Kentucky NSW? +

Kentucky is a village in the New England region of New South Wales, approximately 17 km south of Uralla and 35 km north-west of Walcha, about 7 km off the New England Highway.

What LGA is Kentucky NSW in? +

Kentucky is located within the Uralla Shire local government area in northern New South Wales.

What is the population of Kentucky NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kentucky had a population of approximately 179 people.