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Minmi

NSW 2287 • New South Wales

700
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
8.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricSuburbanFamily-FriendlyQuiet

About Minmi

Minmi is a small outer western suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, located approximately 19 kilometres west-northwest of Newcastle's central business district within the City of Newcastle local government area. With a population of 700 in the 2021 Census spread across just 1.8 square kilometres, the suburb has a relatively compact footprint bordered by bushland and neighbouring suburbs including Wallsend and Fletcher. Minmi sits at the edge of Newcastle's urban fringe and retains a semi-rural character at its outskirts despite ongoing residential growth in surrounding areas.

Minmi carries a significant local history as an important coal mining centre in the latter half of the nineteenth century, when mines operated by J & A Brown were connected to the Hunter River at Hexham by the private Richmond Vale Railway across Hexham Swamp. Today the suburb is a quiet residential enclave with local streets that reflect its heritage past. Minmi Road provides the main arterial connection towards Wallsend and Newcastle, and while there is no local railway station, the suburb is within driving distance of services, schools, and employment in the broader Newcastle metropolitan area.

Minmi falls under postcode 2287 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wallsend electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2287
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Newcastle
State Electorate
Wallsend
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.89°, 151.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
8.97 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wallsend
7 km
N/A — car or bus required

Bus Services

  • Newcastle Transport Route 225/226 — Newcastle CBD / Westfield Kotara 30–40 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
19 km
By Train
No station in Minmi; nearest is Wallsend (~7 km); train from Wallsend approx. 20 min to Newcastle Interchange
By Car (Peak)
25–40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18–25 min

🛣️ Minmi Road connects west to Cessnock/Hunter Valley and east towards Wallsend and Newcastle. Bus services available but limited frequency.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Minmi is a residential suburb with no local retail centre; virtually all errands require a car or bus trip to neighbouring Wallsend or further into Newcastle.

🛒 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 Minmi by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Minmi Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
700
▲ 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

What is Minmi known for? +

Minmi is known for its significant coal mining history in the nineteenth century, when J & A Brown operated mines in the area connected to the Hunter River by the private Richmond Vale Railway across Hexham Swamp. Today it is a quiet residential suburb on the western outskirts of Newcastle.

How far is Minmi from Newcastle CBD? +

Minmi is approximately 19 kilometres west-northwest of Newcastle's CBD. The drive typically takes 18–40 minutes depending on traffic via Minmi Road and the surrounding road network.

Does Minmi have public transport? +

Minmi is served by Newcastle Transport bus services, though frequency is limited. There is no railway station in Minmi; the nearest station is at Wallsend, approximately 7 kilometres to the east. A car is the most convenient way to get around.

What is the population of Minmi? +

According to the 2021 Census, Minmi has a population of approximately 700 residents across a compact area of 1.8 square kilometres, giving the suburb a relatively close-knit community character.

Is Minmi a good place to live? +

Minmi suits families and residents who value a quiet, suburban lifestyle on the edge of the Newcastle metropolitan area. The suburb offers a peaceful environment with proximity to bushland, though it is car-dependent and relies on nearby Wallsend and Newcastle for most shopping, schools, and services.

What is the postcode for Minmi? +

The postcode for Minmi, NSW is 2287.