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Barwang

NSW 2594 • New South Wales

139
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
250.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSouthern SlopesCar-Dependent

About Barwang

Barwang is a small rural locality on the south-western slopes of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Young within the Hilltops Council area. Covering around 250 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 139 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming district. The surrounding landscape is dominated by sheep grazing and grain cropping, with gently undulating agricultural land and scattered native woodland typical of the southern slopes.

Young, the nearest service centre and the proclaimed Cherry Capital of Australia, provides residents with access to shopping, schools, healthcare, and community events including the annual National Cherry Festival. Harden-Murrumburrah, approximately 15 kilometres to the south, offers access to the Main South railway line for those travelling to Canberra or Sydney. Barwang itself is an authentically rural locality, ideal for those who value space, farming community ties, and the unhurried pace of life on the NSW southern slopes.

Barwang falls under postcode 2594 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2594
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.44°, 148.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
250.20 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Harden
18 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Young / Cootamundra / Canberra ~30 min to Young

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
Drive ~18km to Harden station; NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~4hr)
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5–4 hr

🛣️ Canberra is approximately 170km south via the Hume Highway; Harden provides Main South Line rail access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services — a car is essential for all daily needs in this farming locality

🛒 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 Barwang by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Barwang Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
139
▲ 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 Barwang known for? +

Barwang is a quiet rural locality on the NSW southern slopes, known primarily for its sheep and grain farming heritage and its proximity to Young — the Cherry Capital of Australia — which hosts the popular annual National Cherry Festival.

How far is Barwang from Sydney? +

Barwang is approximately 330 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a drive of around 3.5–4.5 hours. The nearest service town, Young, is about 20 kilometres to the north-west.

Does Barwang have public transport? +

There is no rail or bus service within Barwang itself. The nearest train station is at Harden-Murrumburrah, approximately 18 kilometres to the south on the NSW TrainLink Main South Line. A car is essential for everyday travel.

What is the population of Barwang? +

Barwang had a population of approximately 139 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across 250 square kilometres of farming land in the Hilltops Council area of central-western NSW.

Is Barwang a good place to live? +

Barwang suits those drawn to a quiet farming lifestyle on NSW's southern slopes, with the services of Young nearby and the scenic countryside of the Hilltops region on the doorstep. It is best suited to those comfortable with rural isolation and car-dependent living.

What is the postcode for Barwang? +

The postcode for Barwang is 2594, shared with Young and surrounding localities in the Hilltops region of New South Wales.