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Moollattoo

NSW 2540 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
81.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingNatureQuiet
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About Moollattoo

Moollattoo is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, located southwest of Nowra near the Kangaroo Valley hinterland. Covering over 81 square kilometres of farmland and bushland, it has an extremely small resident population and is largely an agricultural and hobby-farm area. The locality borders Cambewarra Mountain Nature Reserve and offers a peaceful, green hinterland setting.

Life in Moollattoo centres on rural self-sufficiency, with residents typically travelling to Berry or Nowra for shopping, schools and services. The landscape of rolling hills, creek flats and native bushland makes it popular with hobby farmers and those seeking a quiet rural escape within the Shoalhaven region. There are no local shops or public transport services, making a private vehicle essential.

Moollattoo falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by the Shoalhaven Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gilmore, while state elections fall under the Unclassified (OT) electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2540
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Unclassified (OT)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.79°, 150.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
81.76 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2540

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2540, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,687
Median 2023–24
$51,296
▲ 23.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,661

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2540; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bomaderry (Nowra)
30 km
N/A – drive only

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
145 km
By Train
Drive to Bomaderry (~30 km), then South Coast Line ~2.5–3 hrs
By Bus
No direct service; connect via Nowra
By Car (Peak)
Approx 2–2.5 hrs via Moss Vale and Southern Highlands
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 1.75 hrs

🛣️ Car is essential; Berry (15 km) and Nowra (30 km) are the nearest service centres.

Walkability Very Low

Highly rural locality with no pedestrian infrastructure or local services; all travel requires a vehicle.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
0
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
223.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
175.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.2%
Non-DV assault
461.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
245.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Shoalhaven →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moollattoo known for? +

Moollattoo is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, located southwest of Nowra near the Kangaroo Valley hinterland.

How far is Moollattoo from Sydney CBD? +

Moollattoo is approximately 145 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around Approx 2–2.5 hrs via Moss Vale and Southern Highlands during peak hour and Approx 1.75 hrs off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately Drive to Bomaderry (~30 km), then South Coast Line ~2.5–3 hrs.

Does Moollattoo have public transport? +

Moollattoo is closest to Bomaderry (Nowra) station (30 km away) on the South Coast Line. The station is about a N/A – drive only walk from the suburb. There is no bus service within the suburb itself.

What is the population of Moollattoo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moollattoo has a population of approximately 0 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Moollattoo a good place to live? +

Moollattoo suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Moollattoo? +

The postcode for Moollattoo in NSW is 2540.

Is Moollattoo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Moollattoo is part of the Shoalhaven 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.