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Murrumbateman

NSW 2582 • Rest of NSW

3,607
Population (2021)
$174,096
Median Household Income
139.00 km²
Area
$528/wk
Median Rent
RuralAffluentSemi-RuralFamily-FriendlyCommuter Belt

About Murrumbateman

Murrumbateman is a rural locality within the Yass Valley local government area, situated approximately 50 kilometres north of Canberra and 60 kilometres south of Yass on the NSW Southern Tablelands at an elevation of 580 metres. Covering nearly 139 square kilometres, the area had a population of 3,607 at the 2021 census, up from 3,219 in 2016. With a median household income of ,348 per week — well above both state and national averages — and a median age of 40, Murrumbateman attracts predominantly professional families seeking a rural lifestyle within commuting distance of the ACT.

The area is widely regarded as the heart of the Canberra wine district, home to numerous boutique wineries and cellar doors that draw visitors from across the region and beyond. Local facilities are modest — a small village centre, primary school, and community hub — with residents relying on Yass or Canberra for larger shopping and services. The combination of sweeping pastoral landscapes, cool-climate viticulture, and easy highway access to Canberra via the Barton Highway has made Murrumbateman one of regional NSW's most sought-after semi-rural communities.

Murrumbateman falls under postcode 2582 and is governed by Yass Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2582
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yass Valley
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.97°, 149.03°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
139.00 km²
Elevation
580m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.27M
76 sales · ▲ 3% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$528
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
40 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Canberra (Civic) / Yass 50-60 min to Canberra Civic

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
50 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
50-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Barton Highway is the primary route to Canberra via the ACT border; a car is essential for all daily travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with minimal footpaths and no significant retail cluster; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
62.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
96.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
73.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Yass Valley →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,219
Census 2021
3,607
▲ 12.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$61,464
Personal Income 2021
$72,228
▲ 17.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$72,228 / yr
$1389/wk
Household
$174,096 / yr
$3348/wk
Family
$179,556 / yr
$3453/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,999
Born Overseas 505

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 170
  • 2. New Zealand 48
  • 3. United States 26
  • 4. South Africa 23
  • 5. Scotland 17
  • 6. Germany 14
  • 7. India 14
  • 8. Ireland 11
  • 9. Croatia 10
  • 10. Netherlands 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,613
Australian 1,547
Irish 485
Scottish 453
German 206
Dutch 92
Italian 90
Australian Aboriginal 84
Croatian 57
Polish 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,273
Both parents born in Australia
653
Both parents born overseas
573
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.8%
No Religion
46.0%
Islam
0.6%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
191 (5.3%)
5-14 years
600 (16.6%)
15-19 years
274 (7.6%)
20-24 years
166 (4.6%)
25-34 years
295 (8.2%)
35-44 years
504 (14.0%)
45-54 years
660 (18.3%)
55-64 years
462 (12.8%)
65-74 years
320 (8.9%)
75-84 years
105 (2.9%)
85+ years
22 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murrumbateman known for? +

Murrumbateman is a rural locality within the Yass Valley local government area, situated approximately 50 kilometres north of Canberra and 60 kilometres south of Yass on the NSW Southern Tablelands at an elevation of 580 metres.

How far is Murrumbateman from Canberra CBD (Civic)? +

Murrumbateman is approximately 50 kilometres from Canberra CBD (Civic). The drive takes around 50-65 min during peak hour and 45-55 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately No rail service.

Does Murrumbateman have public transport? +

Murrumbateman is served by bus routes (Limited regional coach services) connecting to Canberra (Civic) / Yass with a travel time of approximately 50-60 min to Canberra Civic. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of Murrumbateman? +

According to the 2021 Census, Murrumbateman has a population of approximately 3,607 residents.

Is Murrumbateman a good place to live? +

Murrumbateman offers a rural lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Murrumbateman? +

The postcode for Murrumbateman in NSW is 2582.

What is the average income in Murrumbateman? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Murrumbateman is about $1,389 per week (around $72,200 per year). The median household income is $3,348 per week and the median family income is $3,453 per week.

What is the median house price in Murrumbateman? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,266,000, up 3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Murrumbateman? +

The median age in Murrumbateman is 40. The largest age group is 45–54 (660 residents, around 18%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Murrumbateman a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Murrumbateman is part of the Yass Valley 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.

How much is rent in Murrumbateman? +

In Murrumbateman, the median weekly rent is $528, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,600 (2021 Census).