NSW · 2440

Kempsey

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Kempsey, NSW 2440.

Kempsey, NSW 2440

About Kempsey

Welcome to Kempsey

Kempsey is a town in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia and is the council seat for Kempsey Shire. It is located roughly 16.5 kilometres inland from the coast of the Pacific Ocean, on the Macleay Valley Way near where the Pacific Highway and the North Coast railway line cross the Macleay River. It is roughly 430 kilometres north of Sydney. As of June 2018 Kempsey had a population of 15,309.

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Kempsey, NSW 2440.

Population

483

residents (2021)

Median age

43

years

Household income

$881

median, per week

Median rent

$253

per week

Median mortgage

$1,170

per month

Mortgage / income

31%

stretched (>30%)

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Kempsey

Government school catchment

Kempsey East Public School

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Kempsey South Public School

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Kempsey High School

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Melville High School

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Independent & Catholic schools

Kempsey Adventist School

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Properties & amenities in Kempsey

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Common questions

Kempsey suburb FAQ

Is Kempsey a good place to live?

Kempsey is a town in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia and is the council seat for Kempsey Shire. Kempsey is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 483 and 5 schools in the area.

What is the population of Kempsey?

Kempsey has a population of 483 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.

What schools are in Kempsey?

There are 5 schools in or near Kempsey, including Kempsey Adventist School, Kempsey East Public School and Kempsey South Public School.

What suburbs are near Kempsey?

Suburbs near Kempsey include Euroka, East Kempsey, West Kempsey and South Kempsey.

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Properties in Kempsey

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$429,000
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Two-Bedroom Unit with River Views in the Allandale Complex

8/18 Rudder Street, East Kempsey NSW 2440
211134 m²
Stone Real Estate Kempsey3 months ago
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$850,000
house

Hidden East Kempsey Retreat

55 Craig Street, East Kempsey NSW 2440
3126070 m²
Kempsey Stock & Land Pty Ltd3 months ago
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$790,000
house

Two Homes. One Title. Endless Opportunity.

10 Nicholson Street, South Kempsey NSW 2440
522655 m²
Lifestyle Kempsey3 months ago
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$769,000
house

Perfect Position for Ideal Investment

2 Forth St, Kempsey NSW 2440
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Kempsey Stock & Land Pty Ltd3 months ago
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$698,000
house

Modern Family Living in West Kempsey

147 North Street, West Kempsey NSW 2440
322510 m²
Stone Real Estate Kempsey2 months ago
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$469,000
house

Updated, Low-Maintenance & Ideally Located

11 Elrington Avenue, West Kempsey NSW 2440
311775 m²
Stone Real Estate Kempsey3 months ago
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$149,000
land

Prime Opportunity: Build Your Dream Home or Next Investment

2 Robert Eggins Street, South Kempsey NSW 2440
642 m²
Lifestyle Crescent Head3 months ago
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$80,000
villa

Affordable Living in Upcoming Kempsey Village

South, Kempsey NSW 2440
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Stone Real Estate Kempsey3 months ago
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StMate est. ~$615k

Luxury Meets Nature

90 Teague Drive, South Kempsey NSW 2440
4361 ha
Sheridan Real Estate3 months ago
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$479,000
house

Just Like a Dream Come True, Character, Cleanliness and Great Condition In Lovely Quiet Neighborhood

3 Vernon Street, South Kempsey NSW 2440
312408 m²
Kelly Flanagan Real Estate3 months ago
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$1.15m–$1.2m
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Macleay River Views, Modern Luxury Living

50 Lord Street, East Kempsey NSW 2440
4332209 m²
Lifestyle Kempsey3 months ago
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$979,000
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Lansdowne 248 - Defined by You. $10,000 To Spend Your Way

Lot 8 Wayan Way, South Kempsey NSW 2440
4221.04 ha
Hotondo Homes NSW3 months ago
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