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Moonan Flat

NSW 2337 • New South Wales

131
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
152.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutbackAgricultural
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About Moonan Flat

Moonan Flat is a remote rural locality in the Upper Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, situated in rugged country approximately 60 kilometres north-east of Scone within the Upper Hunter Shire. Covering an expansive 152 square kilometres, the locality is sparsely populated with around 131 residents, mostly on large rural landholdings. The area sits within the foothills of the Mount Royal Range, surrounded by dramatic highland scenery, pastoral grazing country, and state forests.

The locality centres on the small Moonan Flat village, which provides a basic general store and serves as a gathering point for the surrounding farming community. Residents are predominantly engaged in grazing and rural industries, with Scone — the "Horse Capital of Australia" — serving as the nearest significant service town for schooling, shopping, and health services. Moonan Flat appeals to those seeking an exceptionally quiet and remote rural lifestyle in some of New South Wales's most scenic Upper Hunter countryside.

Moonan Flat falls under postcode 2337 and is governed by the Upper Hunter Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2337
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Hunter
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.97°, 151.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
152.27 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2337

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2337, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,781
Median 2023–24
$57,077
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$91,150

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2337; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Scone Approx. 50-60 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Scone then approx. 3 hr by train
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Gundy Road; Scone is the nearest town with services and a train station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the locality is very remote with minimal local services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
131
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
208.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
152.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
291.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
6.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
256.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Upper Hunter →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moonan Flat known for? +

Moonan Flat is known for its stunning Upper Hunter Valley scenery, rugged landscape at the foot of the Mount Royal Range, and its deeply rural character. The area is popular with four-wheel-drive enthusiasts and those exploring the Upper Hunter hinterland.

How far is Moonan Flat from Sydney? +

Moonan Flat is approximately 280 kilometres north of Sydney, roughly a 3.5-hour drive via the New England Highway through Maitland and Scone.

Does Moonan Flat have public transport? +

Moonan Flat has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service to the locality; a private vehicle is essential. Scone, approximately 60 kilometres away, is the nearest town with a train station on the Main North Rail Line.

What is the population of Moonan Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moonan Flat has a population of approximately 131 residents spread across a very large area of 152 square kilometres, reflecting its remote, sparsely settled character.

Is Moonan Flat a good place to live? +

Moonan Flat suits those seeking a genuinely remote rural lifestyle with spectacular scenery and wide open spaces. It is best suited to people working on the land or those who can work remotely, as all essential services require a significant drive to Scone or further afield.

What is the postcode for Moonan Flat? +

The postcode for Moonan Flat is 2337, shared with Scone and a number of Upper Hunter localities.

Is Moonan Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Moonan Flat is part of the Upper Hunter 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.