Rosewood (Port Macquarie-Hastings - NSW)
NSW 2446 • New South Wales
About Rosewood (Port Macquarie-Hastings - NSW)
Rosewood is a rural locality in the Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area of New South Wales, situated in the hinterland approximately 20 km west of Port Macquarie. With a population of around 345 people across 15.5 square kilometres, it is a quiet semi-rural community set amid rolling hills and farmland on the mid-North Coast. The area forms part of the peri-urban fringe around Port Macquarie, offering a relaxed country lifestyle within reach of coastal services.
Rosewood appeals to those seeking a rural retreat without being entirely isolated, with rural residential acreages and hobby farms making up much of the property landscape. Port Macquarie provides the nearest full range of services including hospitals, schools, shopping and beaches, accessible in under 30 minutes by car. The locality is popular with families and retirees seeking space and tranquillity on the mid-North Coast.
Rosewood (Port Macquarie-Hastings - NSW) falls under postcode 2446 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Port Macquarie Bus Service - limited rural routes — Port Macquarie Approx 30-40 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Port Macquarie (~20 km east) is the primary service centre with hospital, schools and retail. Pacific Highway (A1) provides the main coastal route.
A rural hinterland locality with no footpaths or meaningful public transport. Private vehicle is essential for access to services in Port Macquarie.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Long Flat Public School ICSEA 8876587 4255 5077 Oxley Highway
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Beechwood Public School ICSEA 9596585 6136 614 Beechwood Road
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Huntingdon Public School ICSEA 8386585 6144 2876 Oxley Highway
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4 Avondale Street
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Wauchope High School ICSEA 8946585 1400 Nelson St
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Wauchope Public School ICSEA 9006585 2277 Waugh St
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 Rosewood (Port Macquarie-Hastings - NSW) by offence type, year and trend.
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