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Memagong

NSW 2594 • New South Wales

96
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
231.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Memagong

Memagong is a rural locality in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, located within the 2594 postcode area near the town of Young in the Hilltops local government area. With a population of 96 at the 2021 Census spread across 231 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated pastoral and farming district. The locality sits in the Riverina federal electorate and the Cootamundra state electorate, approximately 370 kilometres south-west of Sydney.

The Memagong district is part of the broader Hilltops region, renowned for its cherry orchards, vineyards, and diverse agriculture including cereal crops, canola, and livestock grazing. Residents rely on nearby Young for shopping, schools, medical facilities, and community services. The gently undulating pastoral landscape and quiet rural character appeal to those seeking a farming lifestyle within reach of the regional centres of Young and Cowra.

Memagong falls under postcode 2594 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2594
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.23°, 148.11°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
231.40 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Young N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Harden (50 km)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min - 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr - 4 hr 30 min

🛣️ Young is the nearest service town (15-20 km); Canberra is approximately 170 km to the east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops, services, or footpaths; entirely car-dependent rural area

🛒 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 Memagong by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Memagong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
96
▲ 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 Memagong known for? +

Memagong is a quiet farming locality in the Hilltops region of New South Wales, surrounded by the agricultural lands near Young that are renowned for cherry orchards, vineyards, and cereal cropping.

How far is Memagong from Young? +

Memagong is located in the rural area surrounding Young, approximately 15 to 20 kilometres from the town centre, making it a short drive for access to shops and services.

Does Memagong have public transport? +

Memagong has no public transport services. The locality is car-dependent, with residents driving to Young for all services and amenities. The nearest rail connection is at Harden, approximately 50 kilometres to the south-east.

What is the population of Memagong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Memagong has a population of 96 residents spread across 231 square kilometres of farming country near Young.

Is Memagong a good place to live? +

Memagong suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the productive Hilltops farming region. While the locality has no services of its own, nearby Young provides all essential amenities, and the area offers open pastoral landscapes and proximity to the region's celebrated cherry and wine industries.

What is the postcode for Memagong? +

The postcode for Memagong is 2594, shared with Young and other localities in the Hilltops region.