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Marlo Merrican

NSW 2441 • New South Wales

60
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
52.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSubtropicalBushlandSemi-Rural

About Marlo Merrican

Marlo Merrican is a small rural locality on the North Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 430 kilometres north of Sydney near the town of Port Macquarie in the Hastings River valley. The locality covers around 52 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 60 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by subtropical hinterland farming, native bushland, and the rolling hills of the Kempsey Shire behind Port Macquarie.

Port Macquarie, approximately 30 kilometres to the south, is a major regional coastal city providing a hospital, university, airport, major retail, and extensive tourism facilities. The broader Hastings-Macleay region is popular for its subtropical lifestyle, with beaches, rivers, and national parks within easy reach. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport directly serves Marlo Merrican.

Marlo Merrican falls under postcode 2441 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2441
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.19°, 152.68°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.16 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Wauchope (approx. 25 km) to Sydney; approx. 5 hours
By Car (Peak)
5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hours

🛣️ Pacific Highway provides road access; Port Macquarie Airport has flights to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is required for all errands to Port Macquarie or Wauchope.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
60
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marlo Merrican known for? +

Marlo Merrican is a quiet subtropical hinterland locality near Port Macquarie on the NSW North Coast, with farming land and bushland between the ranges and the Hastings River.

How far is Marlo Merrican from Sydney CBD? +

Marlo Merrican is approximately 430 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, around 5 to 6 hours by road via the Pacific Highway.

Does Marlo Merrican have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Marlo Merrican. NSW TrainLink services operate from Wauchope (about 25 km away) and Port Macquarie Airport has flights to Sydney.

What is the population of Marlo Merrican? +

According to the 2021 Census, Marlo Merrican has a population of approximately 60 residents, a small rural locality near Port Macquarie.

Is Marlo Merrican a good place to live? +

Marlo Merrican suits those seeking a quiet North Coast hinterland lifestyle, with Port Macquarie's extensive coastal city services and beaches readily accessible.

What is the postcode for Marlo Merrican? +

The postcode for Marlo Merrican, NSW is 2441.