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Pinnacle Swamp

NSW 2849 • New South Wales

40
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
49.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Pinnacle Swamp

Pinnacle Swamp is a small rural locality in New South Wales, located within postcode 2849 in the Mid-Western Regional Council area, in the Central Tablelands west of the Hunter Valley. The area is sparsely populated, with a recorded population of around 40 people, and is characterised by bushland, wetland areas, and the rugged terrain typical of the Central Tablelands. Its name reflects the presence of swamp and wetland habitats within an otherwise dry and hilly landscape.

The locality appeals to those seeking remote rural living in a natural environment. The broader region around postcode 2849 encompasses the Mudgee area, famous for its wine industry, art scene, and heritage character. Residents of Pinnacle Swamp access services including shops, schools, and medical facilities in Mudgee or nearby towns. The surrounding countryside offers bushwalking, horse riding, and camping opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Pinnacle Swamp falls under postcode 2849 and is governed by the Mid-Western Regional Council 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
Mid-Western Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.71°, 150.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
49.30 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

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest station Lithgow (~100 km east), 2 hrs to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; via Castlereagh Highway and Great Western Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very remote rural locality with no public transport or walking infrastructure

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
40
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pinnacle Swamp NSW? +

Pinnacle Swamp is a remote rural locality in the Central Tablelands of NSW, within postcode 2849 in the Mid-Western Regional Council area, near Mudgee.

What LGA is Pinnacle Swamp in? +

Pinnacle Swamp is located within the Mid-Western Regional Council local government area in central NSW.

What is the population of Pinnacle Swamp? +

Pinnacle Swamp is one of NSW's smallest localities, with a population of approximately 40 people.

What is Pinnacle Swamp near? +

Pinnacle Swamp is located in the broader Mudgee region, a well-known wine and agricultural area in the NSW Central Tablelands, approximately 270 km north-west of Sydney.