Kurri Kurri
NSW 2327 • Rest of NSW
About Kurri Kurri
Kurri Kurri is an established urban locality in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, located approximately 35 kilometres west of Newcastle and within the Cessnock City Council area. With a population of 6,174, the town has a proud and deep-rooted history as a former coal mining centre, which continues to shape its strong community identity and character. Median household incomes sit around $65,000 per year and the suburb has a notable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of around 11 per cent, reflecting the area's diverse heritage.
Kurri Kurri is widely known for its vibrant collection of outdoor murals and public artworks that celebrate the town's cultural and industrial heritage, attracting visitors travelling through Hunter Valley wine country. Local schools, sports clubs, and community services cater well to families, while affordable housing — with median rents of just $320 per week — makes it accessible to a broad range of residents. The Hunter Expressway provides convenient access to Newcastle and the broader Hunter region, appealing to those seeking affordability within commuting distance of major employment centres.
Kurri Kurri falls under postcode 2327 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesLang Street Kurri Kurri 2327 NSW -
ALDI106 -112 Barton Street, Kurri Kurri NSW 2327
Schools
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88-96 Barton Street
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Kurri Kurri High School ICSEA 894Stanford & Deakin Sts
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Kurri Kurri Public School ICSEA 8914937 1235 Lang St
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Pelaw Main Public School ICSEA 9014937 1314 Abermain St
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Stanford Merthyr Infants School ICSEA 9504937 1192 Maitland St
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Kurri Kurri, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Kurri Kurri by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Kurri Kurri Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Kurri Kurri" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
108 state housing + 21 community housing dwellings (ABS 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 101
- 2. New Zealand 44
- 3. Philippines 34
- 4. Scotland 20
- 5. India 13
- 6. Germany 12
- 7. Netherlands 11
- 8. Thailand 11
- 9. Samoa 7
- 10. United States 7
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)