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Cassilis

NSW 2329 • New South Wales

278
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
983.02 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAgricultural

About Cassilis

Cassilis is a small historic village and rural locality in the Upper Hunter Shire of New South Wales, located approximately 1 kilometre off the Golden Highway between Dunedoo and Merriwa, roughly 350 kilometres north-west of Sydney. With a population of 278 spread across a vast 983 square kilometres, the locality encompasses extensive grazing and farming land in the Upper Hunter's western reaches. The median household income is below the state average, reflecting the rural agricultural economy that has long underpinned this community.

Cassilis was gazetted as a town in 1869 and historically served as a coach stop for travellers heading west from Muswellbrook. Today, the Royal Hotel Cassilis is the community's social hub, well-regarded for food, accommodation, and hospitality that draws travellers along the Golden Highway. The village has basic services and a community centre on Buccleugh Street. Cassilis suits those who value the tranquillity of rural NSW, with Mudgee (approximately 90 kilometres south) and Tamworth (approximately 200 kilometres north) as the nearest substantial regional centres.

Cassilis falls under postcode 2329 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2329
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.05°, 150.19°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
983.02 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Countrylink/coach services (infrequent) — Mudgee / Tamworth 1.5–2 hr

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
350 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 45 min - 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Golden Highway provides main access east to Singleton and west to Dunedoo; largely car-dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Cassilis is a very small rural village; most services and shopping require driving to Mudgee or Merriwa

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Cassilis by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Cassilis Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Cassilis" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
278
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cassilis known for? +

Cassilis is known for its historic character as a 19th-century coaching village on the Golden Highway, and for the Royal Hotel Cassilis, which has built a strong reputation for quality food, drinks, and accommodation that attracts travellers and visitors from across the region.

How far is Cassilis from Sydney? +

Cassilis is approximately 350 kilometres north-west of Sydney, roughly a 3.5 to 4.5 hour drive via the Golden Highway and the Hunter Valley.

Does Cassilis have public transport? +

Public transport options in Cassilis are extremely limited. There is no rail service; the nearest train stations are in Muswellbrook (around 130km east) or Mudgee (around 90km south). A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Cassilis? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cassilis has a population of 278 residents across a very large locality of around 983 square kilometres. The community is tightly knit with a long agricultural history.

Is Cassilis a good place to live? +

Cassilis suits those who value the peace and space of rural NSW, with a genuine country community feel. The Royal Hotel is a social anchor, and the surrounding Upper Hunter landscape offers natural beauty, though all services require travel to larger towns.

What is the postcode for Cassilis? +

The postcode for Cassilis, NSW is 2329.