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Mummel

NSW 2580 • New South Wales

129
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
51.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietCar-Dependent

About Mummel

Mummel is a small rural locality on the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within the Goulburn Mulwaree Council area approximately 23 kilometres north-west of Goulburn and 216 kilometres south-west of Sydney. Set at an elevation of around 685 metres, the locality spans just over 51 square kilometres of open pastoral country. With a population of 129 residents according to the 2021 Census, Mummel is a quiet and tightly-knit rural community with 43 dwellings spread across the surrounding farmland.

Life in Mummel revolves around the land, with grazing and rural properties making up the character of the area. The nearby town of Goulburn provides residents with access to schools, supermarkets, hospitals, and essential services, including a train connection to Sydney. The locality sits close to the Hume Highway corridor, making it accessible despite its rural setting. Those drawn to open space, country quiet, and the high-altitude tablelands climate will find Mummel a peaceful and unpretentious place to call home.

Mummel falls under postcode 2580 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2580
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.73°, 149.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
51.35 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.01M
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn Station
23 km
N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
216 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Goulburn Station (23km) then approx. 2h to Sydney Central via Main South Line
By Car (Peak)
2h 20min–2h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h–2h 20min

🛣️ Car essential; closest major centre is Goulburn, accessible via the Hume Highway corridor

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mummel is a rural locality with no walkable services; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
129
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mummel known for? +

Mummel is known as a quiet pastoral locality on the Southern Tablelands, characterised by open grazing country, elevated rural landscapes, and a small tight-knit community. The area sits at around 685 metres elevation, giving it a distinctly cool tablelands climate.

How far is Mummel from Sydney? +

Mummel is approximately 216 kilometres south-west of Sydney, making it around a 2 hour and 20 minute drive via the Hume Highway under typical conditions.

Does Mummel have public transport? +

There is no public transport service in Mummel. The nearest train station is in Goulburn, approximately 23 kilometres away, which has regular services to Sydney on the Main South Line. A car is essential for living in Mummel.

What is the population of Mummel? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mummel has a population of 129 people, with 43 dwellings across the locality. It is one of the smaller rural communities in the Goulburn Mulwaree Council area.

Is Mummel a good place to live? +

Mummel suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle on the Southern Tablelands with wide open spaces and a strong sense of community. It is best suited to people who are self-sufficient, own a car, and value the pace and character of country NSW.

What is the postcode for Mummel? +

The postcode for Mummel, NSW is 2580, shared with the nearby regional town of Goulburn and surrounding localities.

What is the median house price in Mummel? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,012,500. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.