Barham
NSW 2732 • Rest of NSW
About Barham
Barham is a small rural town located on the banks of the Murray River in southern New South Wales, approximately 320 km north of Melbourne. With a population of around 1,500, it has a notably older demographic with a median age above 60. The town sits within the Murray River Council area and serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district.
Life in Barham revolves around the Murray River, which offers fishing, boating, and water sports year-round. The town features a golf course, bowling club, and the Barham Lakes Complex for recreation. With 74% owner-occupancy and affordable median house prices around $427,000, it attracts retirees and families seeking a peaceful riverside lifestyle away from the city.
Barham falls under postcode 2732 and is governed by Murray River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink Coach — Deniliquin, Swan Hill Varies
Commute to Melbourne CBD
🛣️ Remote rural town. Nearest regional centre is Deniliquin (90 km) or Swan Hill (50 km across the border in Victoria.
Most errands require a car. The town centre has basic shops within walking distance but services are limited.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Barham High School ICSEA 951Gonn St
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Barham Public School ICSEA 982Wakool St
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Barham, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Barham by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Barham Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Barham" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
4 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 26
- 2. New Zealand 12
- 3. Philippines 12
- 4. Indonesia 10
- 5. Malaysia 8
- 6. Netherlands 7
- 7. Scotland 7
- 8. Germany 6
- 9. Thailand 6
- 10. Fiji 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)