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Cooks Gap

NSW 2850 • New South Wales

549
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
44.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableSemi-Rural
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About Cooks Gap

Cooks Gap is a small rural locality in the Mid-Western region of New South Wales, sitting in the postcode 2850 area centred around Mudgee, approximately 270 kilometres north-west of Sydney. The locality covers around 44 square kilometres of pastoral and agricultural land in the Central Tablelands, with a population of 549 recorded at the 2021 Census across roughly 190 dwellings. The area has a modest median household income and is characterised by family-run farms, grazing properties, and the quiet rhythms of country life in this part of NSW.

The surrounding Mudgee Wine Region is one of New South Wales' premier wine and food destinations, and residents of Cooks Gap benefit from proximity to Mudgee's boutique wineries, farmers' markets, and regional services. The broader Mid-Western Regional Council area offers a relaxed rural lifestyle, with the Cudgegong River valley, bushwalking, and equestrian activities common pursuits. Those drawn to affordable rural acreage and the culture of regional NSW will find Cooks Gap an unpretentious and welcoming community.

Cooks Gap falls under postcode 2850 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
2850
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Western
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.69°, 149.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
44.23 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Cooks Gap for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$840K
11 sales · ▲ 40% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2850

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2850, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,941
Median 2023–24
$57,055
▲ 24.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,724

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2850; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services (Greyhound/regional operators) — Mudgee / Sydney (Bathurst interchange) Approx. 20–30 min to Mudgee by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Lithgow (~100km SE) with connections to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
3h 15min–3h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h–3h 30min

🛣️ The locality is best accessed via the Castlereagh Highway and Great Western Highway; a car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Completely rural locality with no commercial services; all errands require a car, with Mudgee the nearest service town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
549
▲ 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 Cooks Gap. 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 Cooks Gap known for? +

Cooks Gap is a quiet rural locality within the renowned Mudgee wine region of New South Wales, known for its pastoral farmland and proximity to Mudgee's acclaimed wineries, cellar doors, and agricultural heritage.

How far is Cooks Gap from Sydney? +

Cooks Gap is approximately 270 kilometres north-west of Sydney, a drive of around 3 to 3.5 hours via the Great Western Highway and Castlereagh Highway.

Does Cooks Gap have public transport? +

Cooks Gap has no rail or regular bus services. The nearest regional bus and coach connections are available from Mudgee, approximately 20–30 minutes away by car. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Cooks Gap? +

The 2021 Census recorded 549 people living in Cooks Gap across around 190 dwellings. The locality is sparsely settled, covering approximately 44 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Cooks Gap a good place to live? +

Cooks Gap is well-suited to those seeking a rural lifestyle in a beautiful region of NSW, with the culture and amenities of Mudgee close by. It offers affordable land, open countryside, and the relaxed pace of Australia's country interior.

What is the postcode for Cooks Gap? +

The postcode for Cooks Gap is 2850, the same postcode as Mudgee, the main service town in the Mid-Western region of New South Wales.

What is the median house price in Cooks Gap? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $840,000, up 40% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Cooks Gap a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cooks Gap 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.