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Mount Murray

NSW 2577 • New South Wales

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCar-Dependent
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About Mount Murray

Mount Murray is a small rural locality in the Moss Vale area of the Southern Highlands NSW, situated approximately 110 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 5 square kilometres of scenic rural country in the Southern Highlands.

The nearest town of Moss Vale, approximately 15 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Southern Highlands is a popular escape from Sydney for weekend tourism, known for cool-climate gardens, antiques, and the quaint villages of Bowral and Berrima. There is no public transport serving Mount Murray; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Mount Murray falls under postcode 2577 and is governed by the Wingecarribee Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Whitlam, while state elections fall under the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2577
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.55°, 150.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.31 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2577

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2577, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,979
Median 2023–24
$55,769
▲ 26.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,972

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2577; 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
110 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 2 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Moss Vale 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.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.1%
Motor vehicle theft
54.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
257.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.3%
View all 62 offence types for Wingecarribee →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Murray known for? +

Mount Murray is a quiet rural locality in the Moss Vale area of the Southern Highlands NSW. The locality covers approximately 5 square kilometres of scenic rural country in the Southern Highlands.

How far is Mount Murray from Sydney CBD? +

Mount Murray is approximately 110 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 2 to 2 hour drive.

Does Mount Murray have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Mount Murray. A private vehicle is essential, with Moss Vale approximately 15 kilometres away.

What is the population of Mount Murray? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Murray has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Moss Vale area of the Southern Highlands NSW.

Is Mount Murray a good place to live? +

Mount Murray suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Moss Vale area of the Southern Highlands NSW, with Moss Vale providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Mount Murray? +

The postcode for Mount Murray is 2577, covering this rural locality in the Moss Vale area of the Southern Highlands NSW.

Is Mount Murray a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Murray is part of the Wingecarribee 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.