Median house price
$915k
+5.2% change
NSW · Port Macquarie-Hastings Council
Port Macquarie, 2444
Est. population · Jun 2025
50,891
Growth (1 yr)
+1.1%
Growth (5 yr)
+7.5%
Median age
48
Median income
$1,282/wk
Employment rate
49.8%
Median house price · October to December 2025
$915,000
Languages at home
5.4%non-English
Most common: Mandarin, German, Nepali
2021 Census · usual residence
Desirability score
- Excellent transport
- Green suburb
- Education hub
- National parks
- High desirability
Suburb profile
Port Macquarie sits in Port Macquarie-Hastings Council as a regional larger suburb that feels self-contained and a long way from big-city bustle. An older demographic makes it especially popular with retirees, with multiple generations sharing the same neighbourhood. Local schools rate highly against similar suburbs.
The town centre holds its own, with enough local flavour to make staying close to home appealing. Green space punches above what many regional towns offer, with parks and playgrounds woven through the suburb. Reasonably walkable — many errands reachable on foot or by bus, and buses help with longer trips.
Housing is expensive relative to much of the state. Construction and infill projects are noticeably reshaping parts of the area.
Growth momentum, plus community and employment push the suburb to a good desirability read, even as safety, plus local dining and lifestyle amenities look more ordinary among similar regional towns.
At a glance
Port Macquarie snapshot
A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk
Median rent
$600/wk
Houses $660 · Units $490
Population (ERP)
50,891
+1.1% annual growth
Dwelling vacancy
9.2%
Census unoccupied dwellings
Livability profile
Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)
How it compares
Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles
Desirability
#24
among Country & regional · Mature
Safety
63rd
percentile in state (higher = safer)
Pop. growth
69th
percentile in NSW
Advantage (IRSAD)
4/10
national SEIFA decile
School ICSEA
67th
percentile among schools with ICSEA
Population growth
Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years
Housing mix
Dwelling types from the 2021 Census
Risks & flags
Quick scan — open a section below for full context
Living here
Desirability
Ranks & confidence
- Desirability score
- 57.6/100 — Good
- State standing
- Top 18% of New South Wales' suburbs
- National rank
- 1273rd in Australia
- State rank
- 374th in NSW
- Peer rank
- #24 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #59 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 100%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
Housing
- Flats / units (January to March 2026)
- $490
- Houses (January to March 2026)
- $660
- All types (January to March 2026)
- $600
- Rental bonds lodged (January to March 2026)
- 551
- Median house price (October to December 2025)
- $915,000
- Median price change
- +5.2%
Median weekly rent from NSW DCJ rent tables. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.
Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)
Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum
Data sources & freshness
- DCJ rent and sales tables — NSW Department of Communities and Justice · January to March 2026; October to December 2025 · Updated · Quarterly releases
Population
Estimated resident population
50,891(June 2025)
+1.1% annual · +7.5% over 5 years · 69th percentile in NSW
Growth figures & methodology
- Annual growth
- +1.1%
- 5-year growth
- +7.5%
- Change in 1 year
- +542
- Change in 5 years
- +3,551
- Growth rank in NSW
- 69th percentile
ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.
Methodology
Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.
The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~54,650), extrapolated at +1.4% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.
2021 Census figures
2021 Census
- Population
- 47,693
- Median age
- 48
- Median household income / week
- $1,282
- Dwelling vacancy
- 9.2%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 1,986 of 21,688
- Median monthly mortgage
- $1,751
- Employment rate
- 49.8%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 13,024 / 3,541 / 3,000 (+ 96 other)
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
- Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries
Community & culture
No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Crime & safety
Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.
Offence counts & rates
- Total offences (Jan 2025 to Dec 2025)
- 4,412
- Against the person
- 1,189
- Against property
- 1,761
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 86.7
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 40 residents
- State safety percentile
- 62.8th (lower crime is better)
- Increase (daily rate)
- +2%
Most common offence types
- Breach Bail Conditions379
- Fraud335
- Intimidation, Stalking And Harassment422
- Malicious Damage To Property387
- Non-Domestic Violence Related Assault342
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- BOCSAR postcode crime statistics — NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Jan 2024 to Dec 2024 → Jan 2025 to Dec 2025; Jan 2025 to Dec 2025 · Updated · Rolling 12-month windows
Family & Lifestyle
Schools & preschools
- Schools within 2 km
- 6
- Median school ICSEA (6 schools)
- 1,048.5
- Median ICSEA percentile
- 67th
School list
- St Peter's Primary SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1075 · 77th percentile · LBOTE 6% · 534 students · Top SEA quarter 33% · 0.2 km awayView on My School →
- MacKillop College Port MacquarieSecondary · Catholic · ICSEA 1068 · 75th percentile · LBOTE 8% · 1,107 students · Top SEA quarter 30% · 0.4 km awayView on My School →
- Port Macquarie Adventist SchoolCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1011 · 52th percentile · LBOTE 15% · 91 students · Top SEA quarter 23% · 1.5 km awayView on My School →
- St Agnes' Primary SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1029 · 59th percentile · LBOTE 14% · 553 students · Top SEA quarter 20% · 1.7 km awayView on My School →
- St Columba Anglican SchoolCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1116 · 88th percentile · LBOTE 16% · 1,221 students · Top SEA quarter 47% · 1.7 km awayView on My School →
- Westport Public SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 888 · 8th percentile · LBOTE 7% · 365 students · Top SEA quarter 5% · 2.0 km awayView on My School →
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- ACARA school locations — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
- School ICSEA scores — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · 2025 · Updated · Annual release
Childcare
5 childcare services from OpenStreetMap
- Early Explorers AcademyHindman Streetchildcare
- Green Leaves Early Learning Port MacquarieFernhill Roadchildcare
- Port Macquarie Community PreschoolMunster Streetkindergarten
- Smartland Early LearningMajor Innes Roadchildcare
- kindergartenkindergarten
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
Childcare centre count
Data sources & freshness
- Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · current · Updated
Public transport
653 public transport stops in this suburb
- Garden Village, Findlay Dr
- Marina Park, Settlement Point Rd
- Park St Opp Riverview Park Rd
- Settlement Point Rd At Stevens St
- Settlement Point Rd Opp Settlement Point Ferry Wharf
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- Timetables Complete GTFS stops (© Transport for NSW, CC BY 4.0) — Transport for NSW — Open Data Hub · current · Updated · Nightly GTFS feed
Amenities
139 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
2 cafes · 1 pubs · 1 pharmacies · 1 fast food · 3 places of worship · 1 playgrounds · 1 sports centres · 1 swimming pools
Local character & venue list
Local character
- Reasonably walkable — many errands reachable on foot or by bus
- Great for outdoor family life — 52 parks mapped in suburb, 1 playgrounds nearby
- Well connected by public transport — 653 public transport stops
- Walkability proxy
- 53/100
- Cafés per 1,000 residents
- 0.04
- Food & drink per 1,000 residents
- 0.08
- Parks per 1,000 residents
- 1.09
Food & drink(4)
- Belly BombersCafe
- Peak CoffeeCafe
- SubwayFast food
- Fernhill TavernPub
Shopping(1)
No named venues listed.
Community(4)
- Early Explorers AcademyChildcare
120 Hindman Street
- Port Eco Kids VillageSchool
- Port Macquarie Adventist SchoolSchool
- Saint Peter's Primary SchoolSchool
Health & services(4)
- Westside Medical CentreClinic
11 Highfields Circuit, Port Macquarie
- Port Macquarie Base HospitalHospital
- Greenmeadows Health CentreMedical clinic
152 Greenmeadows Drive, Port Macquarie
- Greenmeadows PharmacyPharmacy
152 Greenmeadows Drive, Port Macquarie
Sport & outdoors(8)
- BFT Port MacquarieGym
Unit 5 215 Lake Road
- Your Life Fitness CentreGym
180 Lake Road, Port Macquarie
- Park
- Yarranwood ParkPark
- Playground
- Vicki's Swim CentreSports centre
- Sports field
- Pool ZoneSwimming pool
Unit 1 172 Lake Road
Entertainment(1)
- Viewpoint
Transport(21)
21 bus stops
Other(51)
- EastWest Health Port MacquarieAlternative
112 Hindman Street
- Port Macquarie Animal ShelterAnimal Shelter
John Fraser Place, Port Macquarie
- Port PickersAntiques
- Luv BabyBaby Goods
164 Lake Road, Port Macquarie
- Bendigo BankBank
- Just BeddingBed
- Snooze Port MacquarieBed
Unit 2 199 Lake Road, Port Macquarie
- Burson Auto PartsCar Parts
- RepcoCar Parts
- Supercheap AutoCar Parts
180 Lake Road
- EnterpriseCar Rental
14 Bolwarra Road, Port Macquarie
- HertzCar Rental
- Instant Windscreens & Window TintingCar repair
- Think SafetyClothes
- Mitre 10Doityourself
- Bing LeeElectronics
- JaycarElectronics
- The Good GuysElectronics
168 Lake Road
- Solar BrightEnergy
Unit 2 172 Lake Road
- SpotlightFabric
180 Lake Road
- Port Macquarie Fire StationFire station
5 Central Road, Port Macquarie
- Amart Furniture Port MacquarieFurniture
Unit 1 215 Lake Road
- Eureka Furniture Port MacquarieFurniture
1 Jindalee Road, Port Macquarie
- Super AmartFurniture
- Garden (2)
- The Lost Plot Community GardenGarden
- Grow Lush Landscape SuppliesGarden Centre
15 John Fraser Place, Port Macquarie
- Port Macquarie Landcare NurseryGarden Centre
22 Blackbutt Road, Port Macquarie
- Elgas LPG Gas Port MacquarieGas
- Sydney Tools Port MacquarieHardware
Unit 2-4 215 Lake Road
- Rotary LodgeHotel
2 Wrights Road
- HPN Moto GarageMotorcycle
- Coastal MusicMusical Instrument
- AnacondaOutdoor
180 Lake Road
- Parking (46)
- Petstock Port MacquariePet
Unit 3 172 Lake Road
- Ampol Port MacquariePetrol station
14-12 Bolwarra Road, Port Macquarie
- C3 CurchPlace of worship
- Port Macquarie Seventh-day Adventist ChurchPlace of worship
- St Francis of Assisi ChapelPlace of worship
Lochinvar Place, Port Macquarie
- Australia PostPost Box
- Australia PostPost office
- Wayne Richards ParkRecreation Ground
Koala Street, Port Macquarie
- Sanitary Dump Station
- Slipway
- Levande ParklandsSocial Facility
Central Road
- TelstraTelephone
- CDA Eastland Trade SuppliesTrade
160 Lake Road, Port Macquarie
- Reece Plumbing Port MacquarieTrade
195 Lake Road, Port Macquarie
- Hastings Village Student ResidencesUniversity
28 Kingfisher Road
- Kingfisher Road Waste Transfer StationWaste Transfer Station
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Parks & reserves
37 parks and public open space in this suburb
- Absalom ReservePark
- Allman HillPark
- Amethyst Way ReservePark
- Bellangry ParkPark
- Blair ReservePark
- Calwalla ReservePark
- Dixie ParkPark
- Findlay ParkPark
- Hennessey ParkPark
- Hibbard ReservePark
Data sources & freshness
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · current · Updated
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 98
- Parks (OSM)
- 52
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)
Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Places of worship
3 places of worship within ~1.5 km
- C3 Curch
- Port Macquarie Seventh-day Adventist Church
- St Francis of Assisi Chapel
Lochinvar Place, Port Macquarie
From OpenStreetMap within ~1.5 km of the suburb centre.
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated
Health access
- Hospitals & GP clinics in suburb
- 82
- Nearest hospital
- Port Macquarie Base Hospital (1.4 km)
- Nearest hospital type
- Hospital
- Nearest hospital emergency
- Emergency department
- Emergency department in suburb
- On site
- Adrian Cornale EyeQ Optometrists Port MacquarieOptometrist
- AmcalPharmacy
- Audika Port MacquarieWilliam StreetAudiologist
- Australian UnityAged Care
- Bay AudioAudiologist
- Beachside DentalDentist
- Beachside Medi SpaYes
- Blue Bay DisabilityRehabilitation
- Body IQYes
- Central Port ChiropracticHollingworth StreetAlternative
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Hospitals and GP clinics
Data sources & freshness
- Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · current · Updated
NDIS participation
- NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
- 2,253
- Participants per 1,000 residents
- 44.3
Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.
For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.
Data sources & freshness
- NDIS participants by SA2 — National Disability Insurance Agency · 2026-Q1 · Updated · Quarterly SA2 counts allocated to suburb boundaries
Weather
Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
- Usual max / min
- 27° / 18°
- Rainfall
- 417 mm · ~52 rainy days
Autumn (Mar–May)
- Usual max / min
- 24° / 14°
- Rainfall
- 459 mm · ~57 rainy days
Winter (Jun–Aug)
- Usual max / min
- 19° / 8°
- Rainfall
- 256 mm · ~32 rainy days
Spring (Sep–Nov)
- Usual max / min
- 23° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 273 mm · ~34 rainy days
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Temperature and humidity comfort
Data sources & freshness
- Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated
Future & Planning
Planning & development
Development applications from NSW Planning Portal.
2026· 231 proposals
August 2026
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Minor building alterations (internal); Supporting Development140 LAKE ROAD PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Minor building alterations (internal); Minor building alterations (external)4 KERRABEE CLOSE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Minor building alterations (external)67 HORTON STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure10 RUSH LILY VIEW PORT MACQUARIE 2444Additional Information Requested
- Pub; Temporary building, structure or use97 Gordon Street PORT MACQUARIE NSW 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure35 NEWPORT CRESCENT PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure5 MAKYBE DIVA MEWS PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Multi-dwelling housing; Subdivision; Medium Density Housing; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation143 STRAWBERRY ROAD PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Health services facility86-94 LAKE ROAD PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
July 2026
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation8 MOONDARA TERRACE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Residential Accommodation63 The Summit Road Port MacquarieDetermined
- Erection of a new structure; Swimming pool27 ALLUNGA AVENUE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dual occupancy; Subdivision; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached); Residential Accommodation3 CAIQUE CRESCENT PORT MACQUARIE 2444Additional Information Requested
- Multi-dwelling housing; Erection of a new structure1A OATLANDS STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Secondary dwelling; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure9 LILLIAN COURT PORT MACQUARIE 2444Additional Information Requested
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah11 GRANTON RIDGE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Demolition; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah31 AMIRA DRIVE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation1 FITZROY PLACE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation154 PACIFIC DRIVE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure31 HART STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Subdivision22 NORTHERLY TERRACE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Demolition; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation16 WIDDERSON STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dual occupancy; Residential flat building; Erection of a new structure1 75 PACIFIC DRIVE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Determined
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation7 LINDFIELD PARK ROAD PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Advertising and signage; Erection of a new structure; Car park; Kiosk; Community facility12 MARITIME LANE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah23 MARIAN DRIVE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure2 DAINTREE LANE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Determined
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah (screened enclosures)18 WATONGA STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Signage; Advertising and signage; Building identification sign197-207 HASTINGS RIVER DRIVE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Supporting Development50 THE SUMMIT ROAD PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Demolition; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah185 GRANITE STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Stairway; Swimming pool22 KENTIA CLOSE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dual occupancy; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (attached); Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Driveways and hard stand spaces; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Residential Accommodation21A OCEAN DRIVE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Multi-dwelling housing; Subdivision; Medium Density Housing; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation15 RUSH LILY VIEW PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Secondary dwelling; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure43 SAVOY STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Carport44 WANIORA PARKWAY PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure4 BYABARRA PLACE PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Erection of a new structure; Garage, carport or carparking space; Supporting Development56 SAVOY STREET PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Demolition; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure92 COMMODORE CRESCENT PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure5 THE GREY GUMS PORT MACQUARIE 2444Under Assessment
Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)
Development and planning activity
Data sources & freshness
- Online DA development application register — NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure · 2026 · Updated · Daily feed (from Oct 2018)
Roadworks & transport
2 active roadworks / incidents
- Allow extra travel time. Follow directions on site. Use an alternative route. Portable traffic lights will allow motorists to pass in one direction at a time.Works will be taking place Monday to Friday between 7:00am to 5:00pm.Emerald Drive, Sapphire Dr04 Aug 2026 – 28 Aug 2026
- Allow extra travel time. Follow directions on site. Use an alternative route. Sapphire Drive is open to local traffic only, no left turn onto Emerald Drive.Emerald Drive, Sapphire Dr03 Aug 2026 – 28 Aug 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · current · Updated
Heritage
8 heritage places
- Archaeological Remains of Overseers' Cottages30-44 Clarence Street Port MacquarieSHR
- Courthouse and Norfolk Island pines (former)Clarence Street (cnr), Port MacquarieSHR
- Hastings Historical Society Museum22 Clarence Street Port MacquarieSHR
- Lake Innes House ruins and environsThe Ruins Way, Port MacquarieSHR
- Port Macquarie First (Allman Hill) Burying Ground 1822 - 1824Clarence Street, Port MacquarieSHR
- Port Macquarie Government House Site2 Clarence Street Port MacquarieSHR
- Port Macquarie Second Burying Ground 1824 - 1886Gordon Street, Port MacquarieSHR
- St Thomas' Anglican ChurchHay Street, Port MacquarieSHR
Data sources & freshness
- State heritage register — State heritage authority · current · Updated
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via NSW bush fire prone land mapping.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Bushfire hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
- Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · current · Updated
Politics & representation
- Federal electorate
- Cowper
- Member of Parliament
- Pat CONAGHAN (The Nationals)
- Results from
- 2025 federal election
- Electorate enrolment (2025)
- 131,639
- Turnout (2025)
- 90.8%
- Swing since 2022 (2025)
- +0.5 pp toward Labor
Two-party preferred (2025)
Coalition 59.1%Labor 40.9%
Estimated suburb voting profile
Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 3.3 km away).
Coalition 60.7%Labor 39.3%
1.6 percentage points more Coalition-leaning than the electorate
Estimated swing since 2022: -3.1 pp toward Coalition
Nearest polling places
- Port Macquarie GreenmeadowsLabor 37.4% · Coalition 62.6% TPP (2025)0.7 km away
- Innes LakeLabor 41.7% · Coalition 58.3% TPP (2025)1.7 km away
- Port Macquarie SouthLabor 50.2% · Coalition 49.8% TPP (2025)2.2 km away
- Emerald DownsLabor 33.7% · Coalition 66.3% TPP (2025)2.6 km away
- Innes Lake NorthLabor 41.0% · Coalition 59.0% TPP (2025)2.7 km away
Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.
Data sources & freshness
- Federal election results — Australian Electoral Commission · Updated · 2025 election with by-election overlays
Socio-economic
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 4/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 4/10
ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).
What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?
IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.
IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.
A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated
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