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Mount Foster

NSW 2824 • New South Wales

18
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
135.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingRemoteOutbackAgricultural
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About Mount Foster

Mount Foster is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Warren region of central-western New South Wales, located within the Coonamble Shire approximately 35 km north-east of Warren. Covering over 135 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating farming country, the area supports just 18 residents across extensive grazing and agricultural properties. The locality is typical of the region — wide open plains, dry-land farming and a very small permanent population.

Farming — principally sheep, cattle and grain — is the dominant land use throughout Mount Foster. Residents rely entirely on the nearby town of Warren for services, including a hospital, schools, supermarkets and community facilities. The area offers an authentic outback lifestyle suited to those with deep ties to agriculture, though it is remote and requires a car for all daily needs.

Mount Foster falls under postcode 2824 and is governed by the Warren Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2824
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Warren
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Barwon
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.37°, 147.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
135.36 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2824

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2824, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,378
Median 2023–24
$51,277
▲ 27.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,428

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2824; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • CountryLink / NSW TrainLink coach — Dubbo via Warren Warren ~35 min by car; Dubbo ~2.5 hr

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
500 km
By Train
No local train. NSW TrainLink coach to Dubbo, then train to Sydney (~6 hr total)
By Bus
Very limited regional coach services
By Car (Peak)
~35 min to Warren (nearest town)
By Car (Off-Peak)
~35 min to Warren

🛣️ Extremely remote. Warren is the nearest service town. Car is essential; Sydney requires a full-day journey.

Walkability Car-Dependent

No walkable amenities. Car is absolutely essential. Roads are unsealed in parts.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
18
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
nc / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Warren →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Foster known for? +

Mount Foster is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Warren region of central-western New South Wales, located within the Coonamble Shire approximately 35 km north-east of Warren.

How far is Mount Foster from Sydney CBD? +

Mount Foster is approximately 500 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~35 min to Warren (nearest town) during peak hour and ~35 min to Warren off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately No local train. NSW TrainLink coach to Dubbo, then train to Sydney (~6 hr total).

Does Mount Foster have public transport? +

Mount Foster is served by bus routes (CountryLink / NSW TrainLink coach) connecting to Dubbo via Warren with a travel time of approximately Warren ~35 min by car; Dubbo ~2.5 hr. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of Mount Foster? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Foster has a population of approximately 18 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Mount Foster a good place to live? +

Mount Foster 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 Mount Foster? +

The postcode for Mount Foster in NSW is 2824.

Is Mount Foster a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Foster is part of the Warren 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.