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Cudgegong

NSW 2850 • New South Wales

66
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
154.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulWine Country
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About Cudgegong

Cudgegong is a rural locality in New South Wales' Central West, situated within the Mid-Western Regional Council area and sharing its postcode (2850) with the nearby town of Mudgee, approximately 261 kilometres north-west of Sydney. The locality covers around 154.4 square kilometres of undulating farming and grazing country in the Cudgegong River valley, one of the defining geographic features of the Mudgee region. With a 2021 census population of 66 residents, Cudgegong is a sparsely populated rural locality where cattle, sheep, and mixed farming operations occupy large landholdings across the valley. The Cudgegong River, a significant tributary of the Macquarie River, winds through the broader district giving its name to both the locality and the region.

The Mudgee wine region, of which the broader Cudgegong district is a part, has developed into one of NSW's most celebrated wine destinations, with boutique wineries, cellar doors, and farm stays bringing significant tourism to the area. Mudgee town provides the full range of services including supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and a regional airport, and is the primary service centre for the entire district. The NSW Rural Fire Service administers the Cudgegong District, reflecting the rural and bushfire-management character of the region. Cudgegong suits those seeking quiet agricultural life in NSW's beautiful Central Tablelands, surrounded by rolling farmland and within easy reach of Mudgee's celebrated wine and food scene.

Cudgegong 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
154.43 km²
Population Density
0 /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

  • Infrequent regional coach — Mudgee and beyond Varies by location within locality

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
261 km
By Train
No direct train; Mudgee Airport has flights to Sydney (approx 1 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr

🛣️ Great Western Highway to Bathurst then north to Mudgee; Mudgee (within 20 km of most of the locality) is the service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Cudgegong is a rural locality where all services and shopping require a drive to Mudgee.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
66
▲ 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 Cudgegong. 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 Cudgegong known for? +

Cudgegong is known as the rural heartland of the Mudgee wine region, with the Cudgegong River giving its name to the broader district. The area supports extensive farming and grazing, and sits within one of NSW's premier wine tourism destinations offering boutique cellar doors, farm stays, and artisan food producers.

How far is Cudgegong from Sydney? +

Cudgegong is approximately 261 kilometres north-west of Sydney, roughly a 3-hour drive via the Great Western Highway through Bathurst and north to Mudgee. Mudgee Airport also offers regular flights to Sydney of approximately 1 hour.

Does Cudgegong have public transport? +

Cudgegong has no local public transport. Infrequent coaches connect through Mudgee to other regional centres. Mudgee Airport (within the broader postcode area) provides regional flights to Sydney. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Cudgegong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cudgegong had a population of 66 residents across its 154 square kilometre area — a very sparsely populated rural locality in NSW's Central West.

Is Cudgegong a good place to live? +

Cudgegong suits farming families and rural lifestyle seekers who appreciate the beautiful Central Tablelands landscape and the wine region character of the broader Mudgee district. Mudgee town provides full services and a vibrant community, making the surrounding rural locality a highly liveable agricultural address.

What is the postcode for Cudgegong? +

The postcode for Cudgegong, New South Wales is 2850.

Is Cudgegong a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cudgegong 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.