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Morts Estate

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

545
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralAffordableCommuter BeltEstablished
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About Morts Estate

Morts Estate is a small residential locality within the Lithgow local government area of New South Wales, situated in the Blue Mountains foothills region approximately 150 kilometres west of Sydney. Despite its compact footprint of less than one square kilometre, the suburb is home to around 545 residents and forms part of the broader Lithgow urban area, which serves as the main service centre for the region. The median household income is below the state average, reflecting the predominantly working-class character of the area.

As part of the Lithgow community, Morts Estate residents have access to the range of services and amenities that Lithgow itself provides, including supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and sporting clubs. The locality benefits from rail connectivity via Lithgow Station on the Blue Mountains Line, offering a direct train link to Sydney. The surrounding landscape features dramatic escarpments and valleys typical of the Blue Mountains region, making it a practical base for those who enjoy the outdoors while living within an established regional city.

Morts Estate 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
-33.47°, 150.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.82 km²
Population Density
661 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$530K
13 sales · ▼ 4.2% 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 Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Lithgow local bus services — Lithgow CBD 5-10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hrs via Blue Mountains Line to Central Station
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5-2 hrs

🛣️ Lithgow is the western terminus of the Blue Mountains Line; regular daily train services to Sydney

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though proximity to Lithgow CBD allows walking to some services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
545
▲ 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 Morts Estate. 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 Morts Estate known for? +

Morts Estate is a quiet residential locality that forms part of the Lithgow urban area, known for its affordable housing and access to the services of the Lithgow region, including the Lithgow railway station on the Blue Mountains Line.

How far is Morts Estate from Sydney CBD? +

Morts Estate is approximately 150 kilometres west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2.5 hour drive depending on traffic, or around 2 hours by train via the Blue Mountains Line.

Does Morts Estate have public transport? +

Morts Estate is close to Lithgow Station, which provides regular train services to Sydney on the Blue Mountains Line. Local bus services also operate within the Lithgow area.

What is the population of Morts Estate? +

According to the 2021 Census, Morts Estate has a population of approximately 545 residents, with 235 dwellings in a compact footprint of less than one square kilometre.

Is Morts Estate a good place to live? +

Morts Estate offers affordable living within a regional city, with access to Lithgow's services and a rail link to Sydney. It suits those seeking a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle away from major urban centres, with the Blue Mountains scenery as a backdrop.

What is the postcode for Morts Estate? +

The postcode for Morts Estate is 2790, which it shares with Lithgow and surrounding localities.

What is the median house price in Morts Estate? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $530,000, down 4.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Morts Estate a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Morts Estate 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.