🔍

Ardlethan

NSW 2665 • New South Wales

472
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
538.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Regional TownRiverinaAgriculturalAffordableCommunity-Focused

About Ardlethan

Ardlethan is a small Riverina service town in Coolamon Shire, located between Wagga Wagga and Griffith corridors. The 2021 Census population is 472, giving it a compact rural-town profile. Historically connected to mining and agriculture, it now functions mainly as a district service point for surrounding farms. The town's character is practical and community-focused, with a traditional main street and broadacre landscape setting.

Residents rely on local schools, sporting facilities and core services, while major shopping, health and specialist employment are accessed in larger regional centres. Road transport is central for commuting and freight, with former rail infrastructure now used primarily for non-passenger purposes. Lifestyle is quiet and affordable, suited to agricultural workers, retirees and households preferring country living. Community events and local clubs remain important parts of daily life.

Ardlethan falls under postcode 2665 and is governed by the Coolamon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2665
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Coolamon
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.31°, 146.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
538.87 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Ardlethan for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$180K
18 sales · ▼ 25% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ardlethan rail precinct
0.8 km
10 min
Wagga Wagga Station
103 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Wagga Wagga 1 hr 20 min-1 hr 50 min
  • District connector routes — Coolamon / West Wyalong 35-80 min
  • School/community transport — Nearby Riverina localities 20-60 min

Commute to Wagga Wagga CBD

Distance
103 km
By Bus
1 hr 20 min-1 hr 50 min
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min-1 hr 35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 5 min-1 hr 25 min

🛣️ Private vehicles are the dominant transport mode, with limited scheduled regional bus/coach options.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town-centre destinations are close together, but most employment, health and shopping trips require car travel.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Coolamon Local Government Area, which contains Ardlethan. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
216.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
151.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
260.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
86.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Coolamon →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
472
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ardlethan known for? +

Residents rely on local schools, sporting facilities and core services, while major shopping, health and specialist employment are accessed in larger regional centres.

How far is Ardlethan from Sydney CBD? +

Ardlethan is approximately 103 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 1 hr 10 min-1 hr 35 min in peak hour and 1 hr 5 min-1 hr 25 min off-peak.

Does Ardlethan have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Ardlethan rail precinct (0.8 km away, approximately 10 min walk) on the Freight line; no regular passenger service. Bus services include Regional coach services, running to Wagga Wagga in approximately 1 hr 20 min-1 hr 50 min.

What is the population of Ardlethan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ardlethan has a population of 472 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Ardlethan a good place to live? +

Ardlethan is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Road transport is central for commuting and freight, with former rail infrastructure now used primarily for non-passenger purposes.

What is the postcode for Ardlethan? +

The postcode for Ardlethan is 2665. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Ardlethan? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $180,000, down 25% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Ardlethan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ardlethan is part of the Coolamon LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.