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Monteagle

NSW 2594 • New South Wales

213
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
121.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Monteagle

Monteagle is a small rural locality in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, situated within the Hilltops Council local government area approximately 366 kilometres south-west of Sydney and 15 kilometres north of Young. With a population of 213 residents spread across 121 square kilometres, the locality has an open, agricultural character typical of the fertile slopes of the central-west tablelands. Housing in the area consists predominantly of rural homesteads and farmhouses, reflecting its pastoral and cropping heritage.

The locality is primarily used for broad-acre farming including sheep, grain, and mixed agriculture, with properties tending to be large landholdings. Young, the nearest service town, provides access to shopping, schools, healthcare, and community facilities. Monteagle is a quiet, close-knit rural community that appeals to those seeking a lifestyle deeply connected to the land and the rolling countryside of the South West Slopes.

Monteagle falls under postcode 2594 and is governed by Hilltops 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
Hilltops Council
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.23°, 148.11°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
121.64 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Young Approx. 20 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
366 km
By Train
No direct train service; Harden station approx. 35 km away with CountryLink services to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
4-4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hours

🛣️ Primary route via Olympic Highway and Hume Highway; Young is the nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the locality has no village centre or footpath infrastructure

🛒 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 Monteagle by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Monteagle Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
213
▲ 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 Monteagle known for? +

Monteagle is known as a quiet agricultural locality in the South West Slopes of NSW, surrounded by sheep and grain farms on the fertile tablelands near Young. It has a small resident population and a strong pastoral heritage.

How far is Monteagle from Sydney? +

Monteagle is approximately 366 kilometres south-west of Sydney, making it a roughly 3.5 to 4.5 hour drive via the Hume Highway and Olympic Highway.

Does Monteagle have public transport? +

Monteagle has no rail service and very limited public transport. The nearest train station is Harden, approximately 35 kilometres to the south-west; a car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Monteagle? +

According to the 2021 Census, Monteagle has a population of 213 residents spread across approximately 122 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Monteagle a good place to live? +

Monteagle suits those who value wide open spaces, agricultural lifestyles, and a tight-knit rural community. The nearby town of Young provides essential services, schools, and shopping for residents.

What is the postcode for Monteagle? +

The postcode for Monteagle, NSW is 2594.