New South Wales location profile
Frederickton NSW 2440
Frederickton is a small riverside village in the Macleay Valley just north of Kempsey, offering a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with easy highway access. It appeals to families and retirees seeking affordability and proximity to both town services and Mid North Coast beaches.
Explore schools in Frederickton
Compare local schools using the BestSchools list and interactive map.
Why families consider Frederickton
Community-oriented and laid-back, with a mix of families, retirees, and trades/primary-industry workers. Housing is mostly older cottages and newer homes on larger blocks, with residents relying on nearby Kempsey for many services.
Amenities & services
- Local general store and cafes
- Frederickton Hotel (pub and bistro)
- Kempsey Central Shopping Centre (nearby)
- Kempsey District Hospital (nearby)
- Kempsey Shire Library - 7 Elbow St, West Kempsey
- South West Rocks Library - Gregory St, South West Rocks
Transport & connectivity
- Kempsey railway station (NSW TrainLink XPT)
- Local Busways services connecting Frederickton, Kempsey and nearby towns
- Pacific Highway (A1/M1), Macleay Valley Way, South West Rocks Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Macleay River boating and fishing
- Slim Dusty Centre (museum and events) in South Kempsey
- Kempsey Golf Club
- Beaches and coastal walks at South West Rocks (nearby)
- Macleay River foreshore reserves (Frederickton)
- Kempsey Riverside Park
- Hat Head National Park (nearby)
- Arakoon National Park (near South West Rocks)
Education context
Limited within Frederickton; multiple long day care and preschool options 5–10 minutes away in Kempsey and East Kempsey.
- Charles Sturt University - Port Macquarie campus (approx. 50 km south)
- Southern Cross University - Coffs Harbour campus (approx. 120 km north)