Bedgerabong
NSW 2871 • New South Wales
About Bedgerabong
Bedgerabong is a small rural locality in central-western New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres south-east of Forbes in the Lachlan Valley. Covering around 137 square kilometres of flat agricultural land, the area sits at the heart of a productive farming region known for wheat, canola, and sheep grazing. With a population of around 127 residents as of the 2021 census, Bedgerabong is one of the quieter communities in the Forbes local government area, characterised by wide open paddocks and a strong pastoral heritage.
Life in Bedgerabong revolves around agriculture and the tight-knit rural community that has shaped the district for generations. Residents rely on Forbes for everyday services including shopping, schooling, and healthcare. The surrounding countryside offers vast open spaces ideal for those who appreciate a slower pace of life, with the nearby Lachlan River providing fishing and recreational opportunities. It appeals primarily to farming families and those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle away from city pressures.
Bedgerabong falls under postcode 2871 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Forbes local services — Forbes CBD approx. 35 min by car
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Forbes (30 km) is the nearest regional centre with shops, schools, and services. Orange (145 km) provides broader services and a regional hospital.
No footpaths or local shops. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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North Condobolin Rd
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Bedgerabong-Burcher Rd
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Forbes High School ICSEA 84818 Wyndham Ave
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Forbes North Public School ICSEA 818Thomson & Facey Sts
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Forbes Public School ICSEA 940Browne & Lachlan Sts
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College Road
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2 Dalton Street
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 Bedgerabong by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Bedgerabong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bedgerabong" under Suburb