Wilpinjong
NSW 2850 • New South Wales
About Wilpinjong
Wilpinjong is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Mid-Western Regional area of New South Wales, situated approximately 40 kilometres north-east of Mudgee. The locality covers over 51 square kilometres of open pastoral and mining land in the NSW western coalfields. It is most widely known as the site of the Wilpinjong Coal Mine, operated by Peabody Energy, one of Australia's largest and lowest-cost open-cut thermal coal operations and a significant regional employer. The surrounding landscape is characterised by dry eucalypt woodland and agricultural grazing land.
The Wilpinjong area has a very small resident population and minimal community infrastructure, with residents relying on Mudgee for all services, shopping, and healthcare. Mudgee, around 40 km to the south-west, is a thriving regional centre renowned for its wine, food and arts scene. The Mid-Western region offers a relaxed country lifestyle, with the coal mine providing significant local employment. For those not connected to the mining industry, the region attracts hobby farmers and rural lifestyle residents drawn to affordable acreage close to Mudgee's amenities.
Wilpinjong falls under postcode 2850 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- CDCBUS / Snowy Hydro bus — Mudgee Approx 50–60 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Car is essential. Mudgee is the nearest service centre, approx 40 km south-west.
Extremely car-dependent rural/mining locality with no walkable amenities. A vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Hargraves Public School ICSEA 840Merinda St
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Hill End Public School ICSEA 972Tambaroora St
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Ilford Public School ICSEA 964Castlereagh Hwy
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Lue Public School ICSEA 886Swanston St
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Cudgegong Valley Public School ICSEA 951Madeira Rd
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Mudgee High School ICSEA 92841 Douro St
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 Wilpinjong by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Wilpinjong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Wilpinjong" under Suburb