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Putty

NSW 2330 • New South Wales

126
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
502.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandRemoteQuiet

About Putty

Putty is a small rural village in New South Wales situated in a wide valley on the Putty Road (State Route 69), approximately 91 kilometres north-west of Windsor and 81 kilometres south of Singleton, within the Singleton Council local government area. The village is surrounded by some of New South Wales' most spectacular national parks — Wollemi National Park to the west and south, Yengo National Park to the east, and Putty State Forest to the north — making it one of the most bush-encircled communities in the state. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 126 people, with the broader locality used for small-scale beef cattle grazing and hobby farming.

Putty is traversed by Putty Creek (the Tupa), a picturesque stream that rises at the foot of Mt Kindarun and flows through the valley before joining the Wollemi and Colo river systems. The Putty Road is a popular route for motorcyclists and road-trippers making the scenic drive between the Hawkesbury and the Hunter Valley. The locality is also home to the Saint Shenouda Coptic Monastery, a significant religious and cultural site for the Coptic community. Services are virtually non-existent locally — residents must travel to Windsor or Singleton for food, schooling, and supplies — making Putty best suited to those who genuinely embrace off-grid, bushland living.

Putty falls under postcode 2330 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
2330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.76°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
502.57 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Windsor (91km) then T1 Richmond Line to Sydney (approx. 2 hrs from Windsor)
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hrs to Sydney CBD via Windsor
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5–2 hrs

🛣️ Putty Road is a winding scenic route; Windsor and Singleton are the nearest service towns with shops, schools, and fuel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Putty has no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Windsor or Singleton being the nearest options

🛒 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 Putty by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Putty Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
126
▲ 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 Putty known for? +

Putty is known for the Putty Road, a popular scenic drive through the Blue Mountains foothills connecting Windsor and Singleton, and a favourite route for motorcyclists. It is also home to the Saint Shenouda Coptic Monastery and is surrounded by Wollemi and Yengo National Parks.

How far is Putty from Sydney? +

Putty is approximately 120 kilometres north-west of Sydney, around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via Windsor and the Putty Road.

Does Putty have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Putty. The nearest rail connections are at Windsor (91km south) on the T1 Richmond Line and Singleton (81km north) on the Hunter Line. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Putty? +

The 2021 Census recorded 126 people in Putty. The village's remote location and limited infrastructure mean it attracts a small but committed community of farmers, hobby farmers, and those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle.

Is Putty a good place to live? +

Putty offers an exceptional bush lifestyle for those comfortable with remoteness. Surrounded by national parks and bushland, with Putty Creek flowing through the valley, it appeals to nature lovers and those seeking privacy. However, there is no town water, limited mobile coverage, and all services require long drives to Windsor or Singleton.

What is the postcode for Putty? +

The postcode for Putty is 2330.