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Killabakh

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

248
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
57.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoric

About Killabakh

Killabakh is a small village situated on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, approximately 339 kilometres north-east of Sydney and around 25 kilometres north of Taree. It lies within the Mid-Coast Council local government area, set amid the lush Manning Valley hinterland. The surrounding landscape is dominated by rainforest pockets, hardwood timber country, and rich agricultural land. With a 2021 population of 248, Killabakh retains the character of a quiet rural hamlet largely unchanged by modern development.

The Killabakh area is renowned for its exceptional natural environment, with three nature reserves — Killabakh Nature Reserve, Goonook Nature Reserve, and Coxcomb Nature Reserve — providing extensive bushwalking and wildlife habitat within easy reach. Residents lead a self-sufficient country lifestyle, with the nearest town services found in Wingham and Taree to the south. The community is small but active, with local events celebrating the region's rural heritage. It appeals to those seeking affordable acreage, a slower pace of life, and close proximity to unspoilt bushland.

Killabakh falls under postcode 2429 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2429
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.77°, 152.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
57.36 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coaches — Taree / Port Macquarie Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
339 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest station Taree (~25 km away)
By Car (Peak)
4 h 30 min via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 h via Pacific Motorway

🛣️ Very remote from Sydney; Taree is the nearest regional hub

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural village with no footpaths; a vehicle is essential

🛒 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 Killabakh by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Killabakh Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
248
▲ 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 Killabakh NSW? +

Killabakh is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, about 339 km north-east of Sydney and 25 km north of Taree, within the Mid-Coast Council area.

What nature reserves are near Killabakh? +

Killabakh is surrounded by three nature reserves: Killabakh Nature Reserve (2,644 ha), Goonook Nature Reserve (1,016 ha), and Coxcomb Nature Reserve (73 ha), all created in 1999.

What is the population of Killabakh NSW? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 248 people in Killabakh.

What is the nearest town to Killabakh? +

Wingham is the nearest town, approximately 19 km to the south, while Taree is the main regional centre about 25 km away.