New South Wales location profile
Medlow NSW 2447
Medlow is a small rural locality in the Nambucca Valley on the NSW Mid North Coast, known for quiet country living among farms and bushland. Residents enjoy a peaceful setting with beaches and full services a short drive away in Macksville and Scotts Head.
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Why families consider Medlow
Predominantly rural properties and smallholdings, with a mix of farming families, trades, and retirees seeking a slower-paced lifestyle close to rivers, forests, and coastal towns.
Amenities & services
- Groceries and retail in nearby Macksville
- Medical facilities at Macksville District Hospital
- Cafes and restaurants in Macksville and Scotts Head
- Macksville Library (Macksville)
- Nambucca Heads Library (Nambucca Heads)
Transport & connectivity
- Macksville railway station (NSW TrainLink)
- Regional bus services (Busways) connecting Macksville, Nambucca Heads and Scotts Head
- Pacific Highway (A1) and Taylors Arm Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Nambucca River fishing and boating
- Scotts Head and nearby beaches for surfing and swimming
- Bushwalking and birdwatching in Yarriabini National Park
- Yarriabini National Park
- Way Way State Forest
- Gaagal Wanggaan (South Beach) National Park
Education context
Limited within the locality; long day care and preschools available in Macksville and Nambucca Heads.
- Southern Cross University – Coffs Harbour campus
- TAFE NSW – Coffs Harbour and Macksville (for vocational pathways)
- Charles Sturt University – Port Macquarie campus (regional option)