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Frog Rock

NSW 2850 • New South Wales

170
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgriculturalAffordable
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About Frog Rock

Frog Rock is a small rural locality near Mudgee in Central West New South Wales, within the Mid-Western Regional Council area, postcode 2850. With a population of approximately 170 residents across nearly 14 square kilometres, the area is sparsely settled, featuring a mix of lifestyle properties and farming land typical of the Mudgee hinterland. The locality sits in the federal electorate of Calare and is known for lending its name to one of the region's most distinctive natural landmarks.

The locality takes its name from a famous natural granite rock formation on Ulan Road that resembles a crouching frog — a well-known roadside attraction near Mudgee. Notably, granite quarried from this area was used in the construction of Parliament House in Canberra. Residents enjoy proximity to the Mudgee wine region, with its vineyards, cellar doors, and country town amenities just a short drive away. The surrounding countryside offers scenic rural landscapes and an unhurried lifestyle popular with those escaping larger cities.

Frog Rock 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
13.80 km²
Population Density
12 /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

  • Limited regional services — Mudgee Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Mudgee for limited CountryLink bus connections
By Car (Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr

🛣️ Approximately 15 km from central Mudgee; car is essential for all daily errands

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential; all services and amenities are located in nearby Mudgee

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
170
▲ 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 Frog Rock. 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 Frog Rock known for? +

Frog Rock is best known for its unique natural granite rock formation on Ulan Road, shaped like a crouching frog and a popular roadside attraction near Mudgee. Granite from this area was also used in the construction of the new Parliament House in Canberra.

How far is Frog Rock from Sydney? +

Frog Rock is approximately 260 kilometres north-west of Sydney, roughly a 3 hour drive via the Great Western Highway and Castlereagh Highway through Lithgow and Mudgee.

Does Frog Rock have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Frog Rock directly. The nearest regional services are available in Mudgee, approximately 15 km away. A private vehicle is essential for daily living.

What is the population of Frog Rock? +

According to the 2021 Census, Frog Rock has a population of approximately 170 residents across an area of about 14 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Frog Rock a good place to live? +

Frog Rock appeals to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with the benefits of Mudgee's wine country, country town services, and scenic Central West landscapes nearby. It suits self-sufficient households who do not rely on public transport or nearby shops.

What is the postcode for Frog Rock? +

The postcode for Frog Rock is 2850, shared with Mudgee and surrounding localities in Central West NSW.

Is Frog Rock a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Frog Rock 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.