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Mares Run

NSW 2422 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
56.31 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Mares Run

Mares Run is a rural locality in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, situated in the Gloucester area approximately 280 kilometres north of Sydney. Covering around 56 square kilometres, it lies within a scenic hinterland of forested hills and river valleys east of the Barrington Tops National Park. The locality is extremely sparsely settled, with negligible permanent population recorded in recent censuses. The area forms part of the broader Gloucester district, characterised by rolling pastures, state forest, and the headwaters of tributaries feeding the Manning River system.

The Mares Run area is valued for its natural landscape, including creek frontages, bushland, and access to some of the most biodiverse forests on the mid-north coast of NSW. Nearby Gloucester town provides essential services including schools, retail, and healthcare for residents of the surrounding rural localities. The region is popular with nature-based tourism, including hiking and four-wheel driving around the Barrington Tops. Mares Run itself is home to small-scale farming and hobby farm properties, attracting those who seek a secluded lifestyle in a picturesque rural setting.

Mares Run falls under postcode 2422 and is governed by the Mid-Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2422
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.64°, 151.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
56.31 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2422

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2422, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,329
Median 2023–24
$41,701
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,614

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2422; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
Drive to Taree (~70 km), then NSW TrainLink service to Sydney (~3.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr

🛣️ No direct transport; nearest train access at Taree via Pacific Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality with no public transport; private vehicle essential for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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▲ 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-Coast Local Government Area, which contains Mares Run. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mares Run NSW? +

Mares Run is a rural locality in the Upper Hunter / Gloucester area of New South Wales, approximately 280 kilometres north of Sydney near Barrington Tops National Park.

What is the nearest town to Mares Run? +

Gloucester is the nearest town, approximately 15–20 kilometres away, providing schools, shops, and essential services for residents of surrounding rural localities.

Is there public transport in Mares Run? +

There is no public transport serving Mares Run. Residents depend on private vehicles, with Taree being the nearest town with rail connections to Sydney.

Is Mares Run a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mares Run is part of the Mid-Coast 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.