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Morisset, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Morisset is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,176. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

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D Poor
3,176 Population 9/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,063 Median Income
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Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$19,063 median income, 8.8% unemployment
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Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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About Morisset

Morisset is a commercial centre and suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie local government area in the Hunter region in New South Wales, Australia. Morisset is a part of the Greater Newcastle area, it is located west of the lake of Lake Macquarie just off the M1 Pacific Motorway. It is also located approximately halfway between Gosford and the Newcastle CBD. The count at the 2021 census was 4,078 for the gazetted suburb of Morisset. The estimated urban population of the Morisset area, including Cooranbong, was 27,828 as at the 2021 census.

People

Population3,176
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$19,063
Per Capita$19,063
Unemployment8.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership63.8%
Housing Units1,270

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Population3,176
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-33.1080°, 151.4871°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,063
Median Age53.0 years

About Morisset

Morisset is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,176. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Morisset has a population of 3,176 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 351.4 square miles. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,176
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above Australia avg
351.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Morisset vs Australia Average

The median household income in Morisset is $19,063, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,063 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $367, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 302 business establishments.

Income: Morisset vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,063
75% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,063
Avg Weekly Wage$367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)302

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Morisset is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 63.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,270 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.8%
Owner-Occupied63.8%
Renter-Occupied36.2%
Housing Units1,270

Property Tax

Climate in Morisset

Morisset has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 26.8° 78.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 20.1° / 26.2° 125.0
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 19° / 25.6° 117.1
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 16.1° / 23.2° 141.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 13.1° / 20.4° 100.2
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18.2° 165.4
Jul 13.7°C / 57°F 9.9° / 17.5° 88.1
Aug 14.7°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18.9° 74.7
Sep 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 72.9
Oct 19°C / 66°F 15° / 23.1° 74.5
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.1° 96.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 18.6° / 25.3° 80.2
Morisset enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area351.4 sq mi (910.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-33.1080°N, 151.4871°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.47"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 30 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 61 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 108 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 111 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 113 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 105 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 144 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 126 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 128 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 120 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 90 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 50 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 135 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 80 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 145 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 103 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 99 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 99 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in
February 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in Warmest
March 69°F (20°C) 5.5 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
August 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in

Morisset has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in August to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and August the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Morisset

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Morisset High School
St John Vianney Primary School
Morisset Public School
Heritage College Lake Macquarie
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Radio Stations near Morisset

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Morisset

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
Poppethead
RSL Museum
South Sea Island Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wallsend District Hospital
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Morisset

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Adamstown Library0.0
Auchmuty Library0.0
Belmont Library0.0
Cardiff Library0.0
Charlestown Library0.0
Edgeworth Library0.0
Gwandalan Library0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Lambton Library0.0
Mayfield Library0.0
Morisset Library0.0
New Lambton Library0.0
Redhead Library0.0
Speers Point Library0.0
Student Hub0.0
Sugar Valley Library Museum0.0
Swansea Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toronto Library0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Wallsend District Library0.0
Wangi Wangi Library0.0
Windale Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Morisset

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Newcastle Farmer's Market
Newcastle Farmer's Market
Toukley Lions Markets

Restaurants in Morisset

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Enjoy
Romance Restaurant
Thai Square

Cafes in Morisset

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Limejay
Pandas at Morisset
Pauly's Gourmet Kitchen
Piccolo Expresso

Veterinaries in Morisset

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #7178945997

Train Stations in Morisset

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morisset

Bus Stations in Morisset

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morisset Bus Interchange

Gas Stations in Morisset

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Ampol
Metro Petroleum
Pearl Energy Morisset
Shell
Woolworths Petrol

Banks in Morisset

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank

Shopping Malls in Morisset

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morisset Square

Stadiums & Teams in Morisset

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Airports Near Morisset

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
StrowanSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Morisset

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Morisset

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adamstown Clinic
CSCAN Radiology
Hunter Imaging
ihear
Laverty Pathology
Laverty Pathology
Marie Stopes Newcastle
Mayfield Podiatry
Newcastle Muscle Therapy
Small Talk Speech Therapy
Stevensons Chiropractic Clinic
The Glen Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morisset

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cham Shan Temple
Hillview SDA church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Morisset Baptist Church
South Lakes Anglican Church
The Church in the Trees

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Morisset

What is the population of Morisset?

Morisset has a population of 3,176 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 351.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Morisset expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,063, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Morisset?

Morisset enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Morisset?

The job market in Morisset faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $367. There are 302 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Morisset?

The median home value in Morisset is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 63.8%.

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