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Marengo

NSW 2453 • New South Wales

8
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
250.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingRemoteAgriculturalNature
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About Marengo

Marengo is a vast rural locality in northern New South Wales, covering approximately 250 square kilometres of New England hinterland countryside. Located within the Bellingen Shire, the locality sits in gently undulating terrain characterised by grazing pastures, scattered bushland, and the open landscapes typical of the NSW northern tablelands region. The area is very sparsely populated, with the land primarily used for cattle and sheep grazing along with some timber production. Its remote setting makes it one of the more secluded localities in coastal-hinterland NSW.

Life in Marengo revolves around rural farming and the self-sufficient lifestyle that comes with a large agricultural locality. Residents rely on nearby towns such as Bellingen and Dorrigo for services, shopping, and schooling. The surrounding landscape offers outstanding natural beauty, with access to national parks, state forests, and the Dorrigo rainforest escarpment not far to the east. This locality suits those seeking space, quiet, and a connection to the land, far from the pressures of urban living.

Marengo falls under postcode 2453 and is governed by the Clarence Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2453
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Clarence Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.14°, 152.42°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
250.26 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2453

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2453, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$30,966
Median 2023–24
$39,940
▲ 29.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,420

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2453; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local school buses — Bellingen/Dorrigo schools Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
540 km
By Train
N/A – no rail access; nearest station is Grafton (~80 km)
By Bus
Limited regional coach services via Bellingen/Grafton
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr to Bellingen town; ~8–9 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr to Bellingen; ~7.5 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Entirely car-dependent rural locality; Bellingen is the nearest service centre (~60–80 km away)

Walkability Walker's Paradise (Inverse) – Car Essential

No walkable infrastructure; this is a large rural locality where a vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
8
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
333.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.1%
Non-DV assault
503.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
373 / 100k
2yr Down 17.1% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Clarence Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marengo known for? +

Marengo is a vast rural locality in northern New South Wales, covering approximately 250 square kilometres of New England hinterland countryside.

How far is Marengo from Sydney CBD? +

Marengo is approximately 540 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~1 hr to Bellingen town; ~8–9 hrs to Sydney during peak hour and ~1 hr to Bellingen; ~7.5 hrs to Sydney off-peak.

Does Marengo have public transport? +

Marengo is served by bus routes (Local school buses) connecting to Bellingen/Dorrigo schools with a travel time of approximately Varies. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of Marengo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Marengo has a population of approximately 8 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Marengo a good place to live? +

Marengo suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Marengo? +

The postcode for Marengo in NSW is 2453.

Is Marengo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Marengo is part of the Clarence 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.