🔍

Moorland

NSW 2443 • New South Wales

516
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
37.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHinterlandAffordable

About Moorland

Moorland is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, positioned approximately 35 kilometres south-west of Port Macquarie in the Hastings-Manning region, within the Mid-Coast Council local government area. The locality covers around 37 square kilometres of agricultural and bushland terrain and recorded a population of 516 at the 2021 Census. Median household incomes are below the state average, consistent with the working-class rural character of the broader Manning River hinterland.

The surrounding countryside is characterised by productive farmland, grazing properties, and the natural features of the Mid North Coast hinterland. Residents access essential services in nearby centres such as Port Macquarie and Taree, which both offer hospitals, schools, shopping, and employment. Moorland is a quiet rural community suited to those who value affordable land and open space, though car ownership is essential as public transport connections to the area are very limited.

Moorland falls under postcode 2443 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2443
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.73°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.49 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Port Macquarie / Taree 40-60 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Wauchope (~35 km) for NSW TrainLink North Coast services
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-5 hrs

🛣️ Via Pacific Highway (A1); most residents commute locally to Port Macquarie or Taree

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; rural locality with no walkable services or shops

🛒 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 Moorland by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Moorland Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
516
▲ 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 Moorland known for? +

Moorland is a small rural community known for its agricultural character and quiet lifestyle in the NSW Mid North Coast hinterland, set between the regional centres of Port Macquarie and Taree.

How far is Moorland from Port Macquarie? +

Moorland is approximately 35 kilometres south-west of Port Macquarie, typically a 35 to 45 minute drive via local roads.

Does Moorland have public transport? +

Moorland has very limited public transport. There is no rail service; the nearest train station is Wauchope approximately 35 kilometres to the north on the North Coast railway line. A car is essential.

What is the population of Moorland? +

According to the 2021 Census, Moorland has a population of 516 residents across approximately 37 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Moorland a good place to live? +

Moorland suits those seeking affordable rural living with space and a quiet community feel on the Mid North Coast. Port Macquarie and Taree are both within about an hour's drive for services, schools, and employment.

What is the postcode for Moorland? +

The postcode for Moorland is 2443.