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Luskintyre

NSW 2321 • New South Wales

216
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
19.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric

About Luskintyre

Luskintyre is a small rural locality in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, located within the City of Maitland local government area. With a population of 216 at the 2021 Census, it stretches approximately 15 kilometres off the New England Highway near Lochinvar, covering around 19 square kilometres of farmland and bushland. The locality sits within the Upper Hunter state electorate and the federal electorate of Paterson. Luskintyre gained wider recognition when its historic bridge was used as a filming location for the 2010 film 'Tomorrow, When the War Began'.

The Luskintyre Aviation Flying Museum operates a private airfield in the area, dedicated to the restoration of vintage aircraft and attracting aviation enthusiasts from across the region. Life in Luskintyre is quintessentially rural — properties are spacious, the pace is unhurried, and the connection to the Hunter Valley's agricultural heritage is strong. Residents typically travel to Maitland or Cessnock for shopping, schooling, and services. The locality appeals to those seeking a true country lifestyle within reach of the Hunter Valley's wine country and the broader Newcastle-Hunter corridor.

Luskintyre falls under postcode 2321 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
2321
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.66°, 151.68°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.12 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station
12 km
N/A (drive)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
2 hr 20 min from Maitland
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; New England Highway to Maitland, then Hunter Line to Sydney

Walkability Car Dependent

No walkable amenities; a car is required 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 Luskintyre by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Luskintyre Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
216
▲ 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 Luskintyre? +

Luskintyre is a rural locality in the Hunter Region of NSW, located off the New England Highway near Lochinvar, within the City of Maitland LGA.

What is Luskintyre known for? +

Luskintyre is known for its historic bridge, which was used as a filming location in the 2010 film 'Tomorrow, When the War Began', and for the Luskintyre Aviation Flying Museum.

How far is Luskintyre from Maitland? +

Luskintyre is approximately 12 km from Maitland, which is the nearest town with shops, schools, and a train station (Hunter Line to Sydney).