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Black Mountain

NSW 2365 • New South Wales

291
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
222.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralNew EnglandQuietAgricultural
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About Black Mountain

Black Mountain is a small rural village on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated in the New England region approximately 30 kilometres north of Armidale and 15 kilometres south of Guyra, within the Armidale Regional Council area. The locality spans around 223 square kilometres of cool-climate highland country at elevations typical of the New England Plateau, characterised by open grazing pastures and granite outcrops. With a population of 291 at the 2021 Census and a median household income below the regional average, Black Mountain is a modest pastoral community in one of Australia's distinctive highland farming regions.

Black Mountain lies amid the high tableland grazing lands that define the New England character — cool winters, clear skies, and rolling paddocks with distant mountain views. The village is well positioned between Armidale and Guyra, with the New England Highway providing easy access to both towns. Armidale, home to the University of New England, a regional hospital, secondary schools, and a broad range of shops and cultural facilities, is the main service centre for locals, reachable within a 30-minute drive.

Black Mountain falls under postcode 2365 and is governed by the Armidale Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2365
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Armidale
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.12°, 151.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
222.53 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2365

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2365, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,350
Median 2023–24
$43,384
▲ 38.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$47,355

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2365; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Armidale / Brisbane Armidale ~30 min by car; coach stop at Armidale

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No direct rail; drive to Armidale, then NSW TrainLink XPT train to Sydney (~6 hr)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min – 6 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr – 5 hr 30 min

🛣️ New England Highway is the primary route; Armidale is the regional hub for services and transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Black Mountain has no local commercial services; all errands require driving to Armidale or Guyra

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
291
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Armidale Local Government Area, which contains Black Mountain. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
843.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
337.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.3%
Non-DV assault
684.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
13.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
448.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.7%
View all 62 offence types for Armidale →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Mountain known for? +

Black Mountain is known as a quiet highland pastoral village on the New England Tablelands, situated between Armidale and Guyra. The area is characterised by cool-climate grazing, open paddocks, and the clear highland air of north-western NSW.

How far is Black Mountain from Armidale? +

Black Mountain is approximately 30 kilometres north of Armidale, a drive of around 25 to 35 minutes via the New England Highway.

Does Black Mountain have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail or regular bus service to Black Mountain. The nearest transport hub is Armidale, where NSW TrainLink coaches connect to major cities. A car is essential.

What is the population of Black Mountain? +

At the 2021 Census, Black Mountain had a population of approximately 291 residents, consistent with a small New England Tablelands grazing community.

Is Black Mountain a good place to live? +

Black Mountain suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the New England highlands, with affordable land, wide-open pastoral landscapes, and access to Armidale's university, hospital, and full regional services within 30 minutes.

What is the postcode for Black Mountain? +

The postcode for Black Mountain is 2365.

Is Black Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Black Mountain is part of the Armidale LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.