Wingham
NSW 2429 • Rest of NSW
About Wingham
Wingham is a historic town on the Manning River in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, 329 km north-east of Sydney and 13 km north-west of Taree. With a population of 5,395 at the 2021 census, it is one of the oldest towns in the region, proclaimed as a village in 1844. Wingham sits within the Mid-Coast Council area and serves as a key service centre for surrounding rural communities.
The town is known for its heritage streetscape, the Manning Valley Historical Society museum, and the Wingham Brush Nature Reserve — a remnant subtropical rainforest. Wingham attracts retirees, families and tree-changers who appreciate its relaxed country atmosphere, affordable housing and access to both river and coastal lifestyle. Local amenities include shops, cafés, schools and a community hospital.
Wingham falls under postcode 2429 and is governed by Mid-Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Myall Lakes electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink coach — Taree, Broadmeadow, Newcastle 20 min to Taree
- Busways 151 — Taree via Old Bar 30 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Regional town; Taree (13 km) is the nearest major centre. XPT stops at Wingham station.
Town centre is compact and walkable with shops, cafés and services along the main street
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesWINGHAMCnr Primrose Street & Isabella Street Wingham 2429 NSW
Schools
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Bobin Public School ICSEA 9386550 5147 2512 Bulga Road
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Comboyne Public School ICSEA 9266550 4174 Hill St
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Elands Public School ICSEA 9766550 4557 152 Glenwarrin Rd
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Krambach Public School ICSEA 9086559 1221 3838 The Bucketts Way
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Church Crescent
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Wingham Brush Public School ICSEA 8956553 4443 Isabella Street
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Wingham High School ICSEA 9329 Rowley St
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Wingham Public School ICSEA 9346553 4186 157 MURRAY ROAD
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Wingham, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Wingham by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Wingham Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Wingham" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
37 state housing + 20 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 118
- 2. New Zealand 44
- 3. Germany 18
- 4. Scotland 15
- 5. United States 14
- 6. Philippines 13
- 7. China 12
- 8. South Africa 11
- 9. Malta 7
- 10. Thailand 6
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)