🔍

Spring Flat

NSW 2850 • New South Wales

345
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
61.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
Advertisement

About Spring Flat

Spring Flat is a rural locality in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres from the regional town of Mudgee and sharing its postcode (2850). Set across more than 61 square kilometres of rolling farming country, the locality has a population of 345 residents, reflecting its very low-density, agricultural character. The surrounding landscape is part of the renowned Mudgee wine and farming region, and the area falls within the federal electorate of Calare.

Life in Spring Flat is shaped by the pastoral and agricultural traditions of the Mudgee region, with cattle grazing, mixed farming, and viticulture forming the backbone of the local economy. Residents access most services — supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and restaurants — in Mudgee, which is a short drive away. The locality enjoys the natural beauty and clean air of the Central Tablelands, and its proximity to Mudgee's thriving wine country, cellar doors, and country events makes it an appealing base for those who value rural living with regional amenities nearby.

Spring Flat falls under postcode 2850 and is governed by the Mid-Western 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
2850
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Western
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.69°, 149.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
61.11 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.39M
10 sales · ▲ 16% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2850

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2850, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,941
Median 2023–24
$57,055
▲ 24.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,724

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2850; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No local service — Mudgee regional bus links to Sydney via coach Coach to Sydney approx. 4 hrs

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
No direct train service; Mudgee has no passenger rail
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs to Sydney via Lithgow/Great Western Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs 45 min to Sydney

🛣️ A car is essential; Mudgee town centre is approximately 10 km away for everyday services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is required for all daily activities; no services are walkable within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
345
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Mid-Western Local Government Area, which contains Spring Flat. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
152.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.4%
Motor vehicle theft
76.3 / 100k
2yr Down 60.8% 10yr —
Non-DV assault
404.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
145 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Western →

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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spring Flat known for? +

Spring Flat is a quiet rural locality near Mudgee, known for its pastoral farming landscape in the heart of NSW's Central Tablelands. Its proximity to Mudgee's celebrated wine and food scene makes the broader area attractive to agricultural and lifestyle properties.

How far is Spring Flat from Sydney CBD? +

Spring Flat is approximately 260 kilometres north-west of Sydney, with a drive time of around 3 hours via Lithgow and the Great Western Highway.

Does Spring Flat have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Spring Flat directly. Mudgee, approximately 10 kilometres away, has coach connections to Sydney, but a private vehicle is essential for daily life in the locality.

What is the population of Spring Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Spring Flat has a population of 345 residents spread across over 61 square kilometres, making it one of the more sparsely populated localities in the Mudgee region.

Is Spring Flat a good place to live? +

Spring Flat appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle with access to the Mudgee region's amenities, wine country, and natural beauty. It is well-suited to farmers, lifestyle block owners, and those comfortable with a car-dependent existence close to a regional town.

What is the postcode for Spring Flat? +

The postcode for Spring Flat is 2850, shared with Mudgee and several surrounding localities in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales.

What is the median house price in Spring Flat? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,392,500, up 16% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Spring Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Spring Flat is part of the Mid-Western 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.