North Rothbury NSW, 2335
North Rothbury Real Estate: Suburb Profile
Making a move to North Rothbury, NSW 2335? It's a good first step to determine whether the suburb is a good fit for you based on factors such as proximity to schools etc. The Homes.com.au suburb profile aims to give you a better understanding of North Rothbury house prices, demographics & market trends so we can help you make an informed decision about your future purchase.
If you're considering a move to North Rothbury, continue reading for a brief history lesson to discover more about the lifestyle and what the suburb has to offer.
Overview North Rothbury is a small suburb in the Hunter Valley region in New South Wales, situated 19 kilometres from the city of Cessnock and 153 kilometres away from Sydney. The suburbs neighbouring North Rothbury include Huntlee, Branxton, Rothbury, Belford, and Greta.
Based on the 2016 census, North Rothbury is home to 898 individuals.
Living in North Rothbury North Rothbury is a family-friendly town where residences are a mix of old and new homes. There are a couple of accommodations in town offering quiet retreats for visitors. The Cottage Preschool & Early Learning Centre is within North Rothbury.
There is a new shopping centre in nearby Huntlee for retail establishments, which features a supermarket and liquor store.
History of North Rothbury There is not much information about the history of North Rothbury. For the Hunter Valley Region, however, it is recognised that the Wonnarua tribe inhabited the area before European settlement.
The regions’ wine-making history began in the 18th century and also began to be a valuable source of timber and coal.
The nearby town of Rothbury became notoriously known for the Rothbury Riot where police shot into a crowd of miners during a lockout in a local colliery. The incident killed Norman Brown and injured many others. A monument in memory of Brown was built in North Rothbury.
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