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Mitchell

NSW 2795 • Rest of NSW

1,179
Population (2021)
$40,508
Median Household Income
3.57 km²
Area
$215/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableHistoric

About Mitchell

Mitchell is a residential suburb of Bathurst in the Bathurst Regional Council area of central-western New South Wales, located approximately 200 kilometres west of Sydney. With around 1,179 residents, Mitchell sits to the north-east of Bathurst's city centre and forms part of the broader Bathurst urban area — one of the oldest inland European settlements in Australia. The suburb takes its name from Sir Thomas Mitchell, the Scottish-born Surveyor-General of New South Wales who explored much of south-eastern Australia in the 1830s and 1840s. Mitchell benefits from a cool-temperate climate, with cold winters and warm summers, and is set against the scenic backdrop of the central tablelands landscape.

As part of Bathurst, Mitchell residents enjoy access to a full range of urban services, including Bathurst Base Hospital, Charles Sturt University, a vibrant retail centre, and excellent public and private schools. The suburb is well-connected to Bathurst city via local bus services and is a short drive from the Mitchell Highway, providing easy road links to Sydney and Orange. The community is predominantly family-oriented, with a mix of established homeowners and younger households attracted by Bathurst's comparative affordability and strong regional economy. Bathurst's famous motor racing precinct at Mount Panorama — home of the Bathurst 1000 — adds a unique cultural identity to the wider region, drawing visitors and motorsport enthusiasts from across the country.

Mitchell falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by Bathurst Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bathurst electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2795
Urban Area
Bathurst
LGA / Council
Bathurst Regional
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Bathurst
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.43°, 149.56°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.57 km²
Elevation
708m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$215
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,235
Avg Household Size
1.7 people
Median Age
30 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
26%

28 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bathurst Station
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • Bathurst Bus Company local routes — Bathurst CBD / Hospital / University 10–15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
Approx. 3 hr from Bathurst Station to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min

🛣️ NSW TrainLink Intercity operates daily services from Bathurst to Sydney Central via the Blue Mountains.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Mitchell is a suburban precinct of Bathurst with good footpaths linking to nearby schools and local parks. A car is recommended for accessing the Bathurst CBD and main services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
251.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 11.1%
Motor vehicle theft
184.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
549.6 / 100k
2yr Down 20.6% 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
251.5 / 100k
2yr Down 31.5% 10yr Down 11.4%
View all 62 offence types for Bathurst Regional →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,310
Census 2021
1,179
▼ 10% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$13,624
Personal Income 2021
$23,972
▲ 76.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$23,972 / yr
$461/wk
Household
$40,508 / yr
$779/wk
Family
$97,500 / yr
$1875/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 954
Born Overseas 157

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 24
  • 2. Vietnam 13
  • 3. England 12
  • 4. India 10
  • 5. Lebanon 9
  • 6. China 6
  • 7. Afghanistan 5
  • 8. Canada 4
  • 9. Philippines 4
  • 10. South Africa 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 217
English 189
Irish 49
Australian Aboriginal 39
Scottish 39
German 17
Italian 10
Filipino 9
Indian 8
Greek 6

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

299
Both parents born in Australia
62
Both parents born overseas
65
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
19.9%
Christianity
14.9%
Hinduism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
16 (1.4%)
5-14 years
23 (2.0%)
15-19 years
119 (10.1%)
20-24 years
241 (20.4%)
25-34 years
334 (28.3%)
35-44 years
248 (21.0%)
45-54 years
122 (10.3%)
55-64 years
45 (3.8%)
65-74 years
17 (1.4%)
75-84 years
11 (0.9%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mitchell a suburb of Bathurst? +

Yes, Mitchell is a residential suburb within the Bathurst Regional Council local government area, forming part of the broader Bathurst urban area in central-western New South Wales.

How do I get from Mitchell NSW to Sydney? +

The most practical option is to drive or take a local bus to Bathurst Station (about 3.5 km away) and board a NSW TrainLink Intercity service to Sydney Central Station, a journey of approximately 3 hours. Driving via the Great Western Highway takes around 2 hours 30 minutes.

What schools are near Mitchell NSW? +

As a suburb of Bathurst, Mitchell is close to a wide range of schools including Bathurst High School (government secondary), Scots All Saints College (independent K-12), MacKillop College (Catholic secondary), and several Bathurst primary schools within the postcode 2795.

What is the median house price in Mitchell NSW? +

Mitchell is part of the Bathurst 2795 postcode, where median house prices are generally more affordable than in Sydney, reflecting Bathurst's strong regional economy and relative distance from the metropolitan area.

What is the average income in Mitchell? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mitchell is about $461 per week (around $24,000 per year). The median household income is $779 per week and the median family income is $1,875 per week.

What is the age profile of Mitchell? +

The median age in Mitchell is 30. The largest age group is 25–34 (334 residents, around 28%). Around 13% of residents are under 20 and about 2% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mitchell a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mitchell is part of the Bathurst Regional 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 Mitchell? +

Mitchell had a population of 1,179 at the 2021 Census, down 10.0% from 1,310 in 2016.

How much is rent in Mitchell? +

In Mitchell, the median weekly rent is $215, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,235 (2021 Census).