Morton
NSW 2538 • New South Wales
About Morton
Morton is a small rural locality in the Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, situated in the Southern Highlands region approximately 165 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 225 residents spread across more than 81 square kilometres, the locality is sparsely settled amid bushland that forms part of the broader Morton National Park corridor — one of the largest national parks in NSW. Median household incomes are below the national average, consistent with the rural character of the area.
The locality is dominated by the vast bushland of Morton National Park, which encompasses dramatic gorges, waterfalls, and extensive native vegetation across the Shoalhaven region. Fitzroy Falls and Kangaroo Valley are nearby highlights, drawing visitors and bushwalkers to the area. Milton is the nearest service town for everyday needs, while Nowra provides larger retail and medical services around 40 kilometres away. Morton suits those seeking a quiet, nature-adjacent lifestyle with direct access to outstanding natural landscapes.
Morton falls under postcode 2538 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Very limited services — Milton / Nowra 30-50 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Car essential; access via Princes Highway and local rural roads
A rural bushland locality where all daily needs require driving to nearby towns
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Milton Public School ICSEA 1024Thomas St
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17 Croobyar Road
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Cork's Lane
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 Morton by offence type, year and trend.
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