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Windeyer

NSW 2850 • New South Wales

187
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
168.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAffordable

About Windeyer

Windeyer is a small rural locality in the Mid-Western Regional Council area of New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Mudgee in the Central West of NSW, and around 270 kilometres north-west of Sydney. With a population of 187 across around 85 dwellings spread over nearly 169 square kilometres, it is one of the region's most historically significant localities, having been a major gold mining centre during the 1850s gold rushes. At its peak, Windeyer was a bustling township with dozens of hotels and thousands of residents; today it has quietened considerably to become what some describe as a near ghost town.

The locality retains a rich colonial history and heritage character, with the surrounding countryside characterised by open grazing land, timber properties, and the gentle hills of the Central West. Mudgee — approximately 30 kilometres to the south-east — provides access to the region's well-regarded wine industry, schools, medical services, shopping, and a vibrant food and café scene. Windeyer appeals to those seeking an affordable, rural lifestyle steeped in Australian gold rush history, within easy reach of the Mudgee wine region's many attractions.

Windeyer falls under postcode 2850 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2850
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.69°, 149.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
168.67 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink (limited) — Mudgee 35-45 min to Mudgee

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Lithgow (~100km) for train service to Sydney (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Access via Castlereagh Highway to Mudgee, then south via Lithgow or Bathurst

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small, dispersed rural locality; Mudgee 30km away provides all services and shopping

🛒 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 Windeyer by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Windeyer Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
187
▲ 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 Windeyer known for? +

Windeyer is known for its rich gold rush history — at its peak in the 1850s it boasted 29 hotels and thousands of residents, making it one of the Central West's most significant goldfield towns. Today it retains a quiet historic character in the rolling countryside near Mudgee.

How far is Windeyer from Sydney? +

Windeyer is approximately 270 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes depending on the route and traffic.

Does Windeyer have public transport? +

There is no regular passenger rail service in the Windeyer or Mudgee region. Limited coach services connect the broader area to Mudgee, but a private vehicle is essential for daily life in Windeyer.

What is the population of Windeyer? +

According to the 2021 Census, Windeyer has a population of 187 residents across approximately 85 dwellings, spread over a large rural area of nearly 169 square kilometres in the Mid-Western Regional Council.

Is Windeyer a good place to live? +

Windeyer offers an affordable, peaceful rural lifestyle steeped in gold rush history, within 30 minutes of Mudgee's wine region, restaurants, and services. It suits those who value quiet country living, historical character, and the natural beauty of the Central West.

What is the postcode for Windeyer? +

The postcode for Windeyer is 2850, which it shares with Mudgee and other localities in the Mid-Western Regional Council area of New South Wales.