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Mount Mitchell

NSW 2365 • New South Wales

106
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
204.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePeaceful

About Mount Mitchell

Mount Mitchell is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within the Glen Innes Severn Council local government area in the New England region. The locality covers a large 205 square kilometres of elevated grazing land and ranges, with coordinates placing it approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Glen Innes. With a 2021 Census population of 106 residents, Mount Mitchell is a remote pastoral area at high altitude, typical of the cool, open tablelands that characterise this part of northern NSW.

The surrounding landscape is dominated by open grasslands, granite outcrops, and native timber belts characteristic of the New England Tablelands. Grazing — particularly sheep and beef cattle — is the primary land use across the locality's large rural holdings. Residents depend on Glen Innes for everyday services including shops, schools, and healthcare, with Armidale accessible further south along the New England Highway. The area has a quiet, working rural character with a low-income profile reflecting the agricultural economy of the region.

Mount Mitchell falls under postcode 2365 and is governed by Glen Innes Severn Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2365
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Glen Innes Severn Council
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.12°, 151.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
204.70 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
570 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Glen Innes then NSW TrainLink New England Line to Central (approx. 9+ hrs)
By Car (Peak)
6 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hrs

🛣️ Accessed via New England Highway; car essential; no local public transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services in the locality; Glen Innes provides the nearest shops and services via a 25 km drive

🛒 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 Mount Mitchell by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Mount Mitchell Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
106
▲ 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 Mount Mitchell known for? +

Mount Mitchell is a quiet pastoral locality on the New England Tablelands, known for its large grazing properties, high-altitude open grasslands, and the cool highland climate typical of the Glen Innes district.

How far is Mount Mitchell from Glen Innes? +

Mount Mitchell is approximately 25 kilometres south-west of Glen Innes, a drive of around 20–30 minutes via rural roads in the Glen Innes Severn Council area.

Does Mount Mitchell have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Mount Mitchell. The nearest train station is Glen Innes, approximately 25 kilometres to the north-east on the NSW TrainLink New England Line. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Mount Mitchell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Mitchell has a population of 106 residents, spread across a large rural locality of approximately 205 square kilometres in the New England Tablelands.

Is Mount Mitchell a good place to live? +

Mount Mitchell suits those seeking a remote rural lifestyle on the New England Tablelands, with large land holdings and a cool highland climate. All services and amenities are accessed in Glen Innes or Armidale, so a car is essential.

What is the postcode for Mount Mitchell? +

The postcode for Mount Mitchell is 2365, shared with Glen Innes and surrounding localities in the Glen Innes Severn Council area.