Batlow

NSW 2730 • Rest of NSW

1,270
Population (2021)
$31,304
Median Income
167.00 km²
Area
860m
Elevation

About Batlow

Batlow is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Snowy Valleys (Area) area. With a population of 1,270 and a median income of $31,304, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 167.00 km² at an elevation of 860m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Batlow is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Batlow falls under postcode 2730 and is governed by Snowy Valleys Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2730
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.56°, 148.14°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
167.00 km²
Elevation
860m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Batlow, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Kiandra Kosciuszko National Park • SHR #00998
Kiandra Kosciuszko National Park • SHR #00994

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$180
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$867
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
49 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,313
Census 2021
1,270
3.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,456
Income 2021
$31,304
14.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 978
Born Overseas 170

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 27
  • 2. Thailand 25
  • 3. New Zealand 22
  • 4. Germany 9
  • 5. Taiwan 9
  • 6. China 8
  • 7. Malaysia 6
  • 8. Philippines 6
  • 9. Netherlands 4
  • 10. India 3
  • 11. Italy 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 513
English 496
Irish 143
Scottish 124
German 72
Australian Aboriginal 61
Chinese 19
Italian 15
Dutch 12
Welsh 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

859
Both parents born in Australia
202
Both parents born overseas
102
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.2%
No Religion
36.1%
Buddhism
2.7%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
51 (4.0%)
5-14 years
165 (13.0%)
15-19 years
66 (5.2%)
20-24 years
49 (3.9%)
25-34 years
115 (9.1%)
35-44 years
123 (9.7%)
45-54 years
172 (13.5%)
55-64 years
198 (15.6%)
65-74 years
193 (15.2%)
75-84 years
100 (7.9%)
85+ years
45 (3.5%)

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