Upper Dartbrook

NSW 2336 • New South Wales

152
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
224.39 kmยฒ
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalUpper Hunter

About Upper Dartbrook

Upper Dartbrook is a sprawling rural locality in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales, situated within the Upper Hunter Shire Council area near Aberdeen. Covering an expansive 224 square kilometres, the locality encompasses rugged terrain along the Liverpool Range foothills and the Dart Brook catchment, with a population of approximately 152 residents. The median household income of around $49,000 reflects the predominantly agricultural economy of the district, centred on cattle grazing and rural land holdings.

The Upper Hunter Valley landscape around Upper Dartbrook is defined by its deep rural heritage, with cattle and horse properties occupying the hillside terrain above the valley floor. The Dartbrook coal mine, located within the broader postcode area, has historically shaped local employment and community debate. Residents access services and schools in Aberdeen, approximately 15 kilometres to the south-east, or in Muswellbrook further down the valley. Upper Dartbrook is best suited to those seeking a remote rural lifestyle in one of New South Wales' most characterful pastoral regions.

Upper Dartbrook falls under postcode 2336 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

๐Ÿ“ Location

Postcode
2336
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.15ยฐ, 151.10ยฐ
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
224.39 kmยฒ
Elevation
0m

๐ŸšŒ Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Aberdeen
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular service โ€” Aberdeen (car required) ~20 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
255 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Aberdeen or Muswellbrook for NSW TrainLink Hunter Line
By Car (Peak)
N/A (regional)
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 h 45 min to Sydney; ~15 min to Aberdeen

๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ New England Highway is the main arterial road; Aberdeen is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this remote rural locality; no local shops or services exist on-site

๐Ÿ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

๐ŸŽ“ Schools

๐Ÿ” 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 Upper Dartbrook by offence type, year and trend.

๐Ÿ“Š View Upper Dartbrook Crime Statistics on BOCSAR โ†—

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research ยท Search for "Upper Dartbrook" under Suburb

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
152
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Income Comparison

๐Ÿ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
๐Ÿ’ฐ Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Upper Dartbrook known for? +

Upper Dartbrook is known for its vast rural landscape in the Upper Hunter Valley, with cattle and horse properties spread across the Liverpool Range foothills and the Dart Brook catchment area.

How far is Upper Dartbrook from Sydney? +

Upper Dartbrook is approximately 255 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, making it a journey of around 2 hours 45 minutes by car via the New England Highway.

Does Upper Dartbrook have public transport? +

Upper Dartbrook has no public transport services. The nearest railway station is at Aberdeen, approximately 15 kilometres to the south-east, served by the NSW TrainLink Hunter Line.

What is the population of Upper Dartbrook? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 152 residents in Upper Dartbrook, reflecting its character as a remote rural locality with low residential density across a large land area.

Is Upper Dartbrook a good place to live? +

Upper Dartbrook suits people drawn to a genuinely remote farming lifestyle in the scenic Upper Hunter Valley, with beautiful rural landscapes and a quiet community character, though all amenities require a drive to Aberdeen or Muswellbrook.

What is the postcode for Upper Dartbrook? +

The postcode for Upper Dartbrook is 2336, shared with Aberdeen and other Upper Hunter localities.