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Osterley

NSW 2324 • New South Wales

132
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
3.68 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralHunter ValleyFamily-FriendlyQuiet Lifestyle

About Osterley

Osterley is a small rural locality in the Port Stephens local government area of the Hunter Region, New South Wales, situated about 173 kilometres north of Sydney and 34 kilometres north-northwest of Newcastle. With a population of 132 residents at the 2021 census, it covers a modest 3.8 square kilometres of low-lying agricultural land near the Hunter River floodplain. The locality sits close to Raymond Terrace, the main urban centre for surrounding rural communities in the area. Its quiet, semi-rural character makes it popular with residents seeking a peaceful country lifestyle within reach of regional services.

Osterley's rural setting and proximity to the Hunter Valley attract those who enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with access to the region's celebrated wine trails, national parks, and beaches of Port Stephens. The locality is well-positioned for commuters to Newcastle and Raymond Terrace, and families appreciate the spacious properties and sense of community. Local amenities are accessed in nearby Hinton, Raymond Terrace, or Maitland, all within a short drive.

Osterley falls under postcode 2324 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
2324
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.62°, 152.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.68 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station
18 km
Hunter Line (Sydney Trains) — services to Sydney Central and Newcastle Interchange

Bus Services

  • Port Stephens Coaches — Raymond Terrace / Newcastle Approx. 20–35 min to Raymond Terrace

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
173 km
By Train
Drive to Maitland (~18 km), then train approx. 2.5–3 hrs to Sydney Central
By Bus
Limited regional bus options; not practical for daily commute to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2 hrs to Sydney CBD via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 45 min to Sydney CBD

🛣️ Newcastle CBD is 34 km away (~35 min by car); a more practical daily commute destination.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or local shops. A private vehicle is essential; nearby Raymond Terrace offers all daily services.

🛒 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 Osterley by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Osterley Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
132
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
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Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

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