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Marrangaroo

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

783
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
70.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralRuralMountainCommuter BeltQuiet
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About Marrangaroo

Marrangaroo is a small village in the Central West of New South Wales, located within the City of Lithgow approximately 153 kilometres west of Sydney and 5 kilometres north-west of Lithgow. Sitting at a striking elevation of 1,200 metres on the western edge of the Blue Mountains plateau, the locality covers around 70 square kilometres of elevated bushland and open grazing land. With a population of approximately 783 residents, Marrangaroo is a quiet semi-rural community that draws on the services of nearby Lithgow while offering an affordable rural lifestyle in a dramatic highland setting.

The village is accessible via the Great Western Highway and benefits from its close proximity to Lithgow, which provides supermarkets, schools, medical services, and a regional railway station on the Main Western Line — linking residents to Sydney's Central Station in approximately two hours by train. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for bushwalking, horse riding, and exploring the escarpments and reserves characteristic of the greater Blue Mountains region. Marrangaroo appeals to those seeking a country lifestyle within commutable distance of Sydney, with Lithgow's services and rail connections providing a practical link to city amenities.

Marrangaroo falls under postcode 2790 and is governed by the Lithgow Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2790
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lithgow
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Blue Mountains
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.31°, 150.36°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
70.38 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.11M
5 sales · ▲ 10.2% vs 2024

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 2790

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2790, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,778
Median 2023–24
$54,836
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,148

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2790; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lithgow
5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Lithgow (town centre) 10–15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
153 km
By Train
Train from Lithgow Station to Sydney Central: approx. 2 hours (Main Western Line)
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hours via Great Western Highway / M4 Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75–2 hours

🛣️ Lithgow railway station is approximately 5 km from Marrangaroo — the most practical route to Sydney. A car is needed for local travel.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Marrangaroo has minimal local services; a car is required for all daily errands, with Lithgow providing the nearest shops and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
783
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
308.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
564.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
212.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Lithgow →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marrangaroo known for? +

Marrangaroo is a quiet rural village on the western edge of the Blue Mountains, known for its elevated highland setting at 1,200 metres and its proximity to Lithgow. The surrounding landscape features escarpments and bushland typical of the greater Blue Mountains region.

How far is Marrangaroo from Sydney? +

Marrangaroo is approximately 153 kilometres west of Sydney, around a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Great Western Highway and M4 Motorway. The train journey from nearby Lithgow Station to Sydney Central takes approximately 2 hours.

Does Marrangaroo have public transport? +

Marrangaroo itself has very limited bus services. The nearest rail access is Lithgow Station, approximately 5 kilometres away, which connects to Sydney on the Main Western Line. A private car is the most practical way to get around the area.

What is the population of Marrangaroo? +

Marrangaroo has a population of approximately 783 residents spread across a rural area of around 70 square kilometres in the City of Lithgow.

Is Marrangaroo a good place to live? +

Marrangaroo suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within commutable distance of Sydney. Its elevated Blue Mountains setting and proximity to Lithgow's services and rail links make it practical for those who value space, quiet, and natural surroundings.

What is the postcode for Marrangaroo? +

The postcode for Marrangaroo, New South Wales is 2790.

What is the median house price in Marrangaroo? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,115,000, up 10.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Marrangaroo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Marrangaroo is part of the Lithgow 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.