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Mount Marsden

NSW 2849 • New South Wales

54
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
81.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Mount Marsden

Mount Marsden is a small rural locality in the Mudgee area of the Mid-Western tablelands NSW, situated approximately 270 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 81 square kilometres of pastoral country in the Cudgegong River catchment.

The nearest town of Mudgee, approximately 30 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Mudgee wine region is one of NSW's most acclaimed cool-climate wine areas, with over 40 cellar doors within easy reach. There is no public transport serving Mount Marsden; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Mount Marsden falls under postcode 2849 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 Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2849
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lithgow
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.71°, 150.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
81.35 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2849

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2849 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,688
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,460

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2849; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4 hr - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 4 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Mudgee is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
54
▲ 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 Mount Marsden. 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 Mount Marsden known for? +

Mount Marsden is a quiet rural locality in the Mudgee area of the Mid-Western tablelands NSW. The locality covers approximately 81 square kilometres of pastoral country in the Cudgegong River catchment.

How far is Mount Marsden from Sydney CBD? +

Mount Marsden is approximately 270 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 4 to 4 hour drive.

Does Mount Marsden have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Mount Marsden. A private vehicle is essential, with Mudgee approximately 30 kilometres away.

What is the population of Mount Marsden? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Marsden has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Mudgee area of the Mid-Western tablelands NSW.

Is Mount Marsden a good place to live? +

Mount Marsden suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Mudgee area of the Mid-Western tablelands NSW, with Mudgee providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Mount Marsden? +

The postcode for Mount Marsden is 2849, covering this rural locality in the Mudgee area of the Mid-Western tablelands NSW.

Is Mount Marsden a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Marsden 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.