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Cross Roads

NSW 2850 • New South Wales

19
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalWine CountryRemoteQuiet Lifestyle
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About Cross Roads

Cross Roads is a tiny rural locality near Mudgee in the Mid-Western Region of New South Wales, sharing the 2850 postcode with Mudgee. With a population of just 19 residents at the 2021 census across approximately 14.7 square kilometres, it is one of the smallest communities in the region. The locality is nestled in the rolling hills and farmland north-west of Mudgee, a renowned wine-producing town. Its name likely reflects an old intersection of droving or farming tracks in the pastoral landscape.

Residents of Cross Roads enjoy an exceptionally quiet and rural lifestyle, surrounded by vineyards, cattle properties, and the scenic Central Tablelands countryside. Mudgee, just a short drive away, provides a full range of services including boutique shops, restaurants, wineries, and healthcare. The Mudgee region is widely celebrated for its food and wine culture, and Cross Roads sits within easy reach of numerous award-winning cellar doors and country estates that attract visitors year-round.

Cross Roads 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
14.68 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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

  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Mudgee / Lithgow / Sydney Coach from Mudgee to Sydney approx. 4 hrs

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No direct rail; NSW TrainLink coach from Mudgee to Lithgow, then train to Sydney (~4.5 hrs total)
By Bus
NSW TrainLink coach from Mudgee to Sydney, limited daily services
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs to Sydney via Bells Line of Road or Great Western Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2 hrs 45 min to Sydney

🛣️ Mudgee is the nearest town (~15 km). No train station in Mudgee — coach connection at Lithgow or direct coach to Sydney.

Walkability Car Dependent

No local amenities within walking distance. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs; Mudgee provides full services nearby.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
19
▲ 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 Cross Roads. 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 Cross Roads known for? +

Residents of Cross Roads enjoy an exceptionally quiet and rural lifestyle, surrounded by vineyards, cattle properties, and the scenic Central Tablelands countryside.

How far is Cross Roads from Sydney CBD? +

Cross Roads is approximately 270 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx. 3 hrs to Sydney via Bells Line of Road or Great Western Hwy in peak hour and Approx. 2 hrs 45 min to Sydney off-peak.

Does Cross Roads have public transport? +

Bus services include NSW TrainLink Coach, running to Mudgee / Lithgow / Sydney in approximately Coach from Mudgee to Sydney approx. 4 hrs.

What is the population of Cross Roads? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cross Roads has a very small population of approximately 19 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Cross Roads a good place to live? +

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

What is the postcode for Cross Roads? +

The postcode for Cross Roads is 2850. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Cross Roads a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cross Roads 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.