Mid-Western Regional
Mid-Western Regional ranks 80th of 128 overall in NSW, with lifestyle & amenity the area most needing attention.
"Mudgee wine and heritage — central west lifestyle destination"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 25,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
48 out of 100
#46 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#80 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 57/100 |
| Community Services | 56/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 33/100 |
| Core Operations | 46/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Mid-Western Regional performs strongest in financial sustainability (better than 57% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle and amenity investment (currently at the 33th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Mudgee wine and heritage — central west lifestyle destination
Mid-Western covers Mudgee, a charming heritage wine town that's become one of NSW's most desirable regional destinations.
Known For
- Mudgee wine region — excellent reds and farmers market
- Heritage streetscape
- Mudgee Farmers Market — one of NSW's best
- Growing food and wine tourism
Living Here
Mudgee offers one of NSW's best regional food and wine lifestyles. Property prices have risen with popularity but remain well below Sydney.
Hidden Gem
Windamere Dam — a vast reservoir near Mudgee popular with boating and camping, in a landscape of golden hills.