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Marchmont

NSW 2582 • New South Wales

285
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
53.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulCommuter Belt
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About Marchmont

Marchmont is a small rural locality in the Yass Valley Council area of New South Wales, situated on the Barton Highway approximately 10 kilometres south-east of the town of Yass and around 60 kilometres north of Canberra. Covering roughly 53 square kilometres of pastoral and grazing country on the Southern Tablelands, Marchmont had a population of approximately 285 residents at the 2021 Census. The locality is characterised by spacious rural blocks, working farms, and the open tablelands scenery typical of the Yass Valley district.

Yass town serves as the primary service centre for Marchmont residents, providing supermarkets, schools, medical services, and community facilities within a short drive. The locality's position on the Barton Highway also places it within easy reach of Canberra's extensive services and employment opportunities, making it an appealing option for those who want a rural lifestyle without being far from a major city. The Southern Tablelands landscape offers pleasant walking, horse riding, and rural pursuits, and the broader region is known for its cool-climate lifestyle and proximity to the Snowy Mountains.

Marchmont falls under postcode 2582 and is governed by the Yass Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2582
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yass Valley
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.90°, 148.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.29 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.2M
7 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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 2582

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2582, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$55,921
Median 2023–24
$68,639
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$84,910

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2582; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Yass / Canberra Varies

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
60 km
By Train
No direct rail service; nearest rail at Goulburn (~80 km north-east)
By Car (Peak)
55 min–1 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Barton Highway (A25) provides direct road access to Canberra; Yass is the nearest service town at ~10 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this rural locality; Yass provides the nearest services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
285
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
62.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
96.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
73.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Yass Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marchmont NSW known for? +

Marchmont is known as a quiet pastoral locality on the NSW Southern Tablelands, offering generous rural blocks and open grazing country in the Yass Valley. Its location on the Barton Highway makes it accessible to both Yass and Canberra.

How far is Marchmont from Canberra? +

Marchmont is approximately 60 kilometres north of Canberra CBD (Civic), typically a 45 minute to 1 hour drive via the Barton Highway, making it a feasible option for Canberra commuters seeking a rural lifestyle.

Does Marchmont have public transport? +

Public transport options in Marchmont are very limited. There is no rail service directly accessible from the locality; the nearest train station is at Goulburn, roughly 80 kilometres to the north-east. A private vehicle is necessary.

What is the population of Marchmont NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Marchmont has a population of approximately 285 residents, reflecting its character as a small rural locality in the Yass Valley Council area.

Is Marchmont NSW a good place to live? +

Marchmont suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Canberra or close to the services of Yass. The Southern Tablelands setting offers a cool climate, open landscapes, and a quiet community atmosphere.

What is the postcode for Marchmont NSW? +

The postcode for Marchmont, NSW is 2582.

What is the median house price in Marchmont? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,202,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Marchmont a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Marchmont is part of the Yass Valley 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.

What is the population of Marchmont? +

Marchmont had a population of 285 at the 2021 Census.