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Carwell

NSW 2849 • New South Wales

28
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
54.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRegional NSWLifestyle Property
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About Carwell

Carwell is a small rural locality in the Mid-Western Regional Council area of New South Wales, sharing postcode 2849 with the town of Mudgee, approximately 260 kilometres north-west of Sydney. With a population of around 28 residents at the 2021 Census, it is one of the smaller localities in the region, characterised by large agricultural landholdings and open pastoral landscapes. The area sits in the Central Tablelands and is known for its quiet, unhurried rural lifestyle well away from major urban centres.

The locality is primarily agricultural, with properties used for grazing and farming across the rolling hills of the Central Tablelands. Residents rely on the nearby town of Mudgee for shopping, schools, healthcare, and community services. Mudgee itself is a thriving regional centre known for its wine region, historic streetscapes, and growing tourism industry. Carwell suits those seeking a lifestyle property or farming land with the convenience of a well-serviced regional town close by.

Carwell falls under postcode 2849 and is governed by the Mid-Western Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2849
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Western
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.71°, 150.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
54.21 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2849

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2849 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,688
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,460

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2849; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mudgee (no rail service – nearest regional coach stop)
15 km
NSW TrainLink coach services

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Sydney Central via Lithgow Approx 4.5 hrs to Sydney

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
N/A – no rail to Mudgee; NSW TrainLink coach ~4.5 hrs
By Bus
Coach from Mudgee ~4.5 hrs
By Car (Peak)
~3 hrs via Bells Line or Great Western Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2.75 hrs

🛣️ Nearest major centre is Mudgee (~15 km). Car is the primary transport mode. Mudgee airport offers limited regional flights.

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely rural; car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
28
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
152.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.4%
Motor vehicle theft
76.3 / 100k
2yr Down 60.8% 10yr —
Non-DV assault
404.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
145 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Western →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carwell known for? +

The locality is primarily agricultural, with properties used for grazing and farming across the rolling hills of the Central Tablelands.

How far is Carwell from Sydney CBD? +

Carwell is approximately 260 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~3 hrs via Bells Line or Great Western Hwy in peak hour and ~2.75 hrs off-peak.

Does Carwell have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Mudgee (no rail service – nearest regional coach stop) (15 km away, approximately null walk) on the NSW TrainLink coach services. Bus services include NSW TrainLink coach, running to Sydney Central via Lithgow in approximately Approx 4.5 hrs to Sydney.

What is the population of Carwell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carwell has a very small population of approximately 28 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Carwell a good place to live? +

Carwell is a sparsely populated locality suited to those seeking a rural or wilderness experience rather than typical suburban amenities.

What is the postcode for Carwell? +

The postcode for Carwell is 2849. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Carwell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Carwell is part of the Mid-Western 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.