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Martindale

NSW 2328 • New South Wales

168
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
434.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Martindale

Martindale is a small rural locality in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, situated in postcode 2328 within a large area of approximately 435 square kilometres. With a population of around 168 residents, the locality lies in a picturesque valley in the scenic hinterland of the Hunter, surrounded by rolling hills, state forests, and farmland. It falls within the broader Merriwa and Muswellbrook corridor of the Upper Hunter.

The character of Martindale is defined by its remote, rural setting, with agriculture — particularly cattle grazing — being the primary land use. The nearest major towns are Scone and Merriwa, which provide schools, medical services, and retail facilities. Residents enjoy the peace and natural beauty of the Upper Hunter hinterland, with horse properties and cattle stations common throughout the area.

Martindale falls under postcode 2328 and is governed by the Muswellbrook Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hunter, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2328
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Muswellbrook
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.58°, 150.56°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
434.76 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.58M
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 2328

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2328, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,390
Median 2023–24
$57,656
▲ 16.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,259

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2328; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
Not available — no local rail service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Drive via New England Highway through Scone; nearest town Merriwa ~25 km

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality; a car is essential for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
168
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
481.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.0%
Motor vehicle theft
267.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
606.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
356.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.2%
View all 62 offence types for Muswellbrook →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Martindale NSW? +

Martindale is a rural locality in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, postcode 2328, situated in the hinterland between Merriwa and Scone.

What is the population of Martindale NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Martindale has a population of approximately 168 people.

What is Martindale used for? +

Martindale is primarily used for cattle grazing and mixed farming, typical of the Upper Hunter region's agricultural economy.

What is the median house price in Martindale? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,582,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Martindale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Martindale is part of the Muswellbrook 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 Martindale? +

Martindale had a population of 168 at the 2021 Census.