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Berrigan

NSW 2712 • Rest of NSW

1,264
Population (2021)
$30,472
Median Income
720.01 km²
Area
$173/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableEstablished

About Berrigan

Berrigan is a small rural service town in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, located approximately 620 kilometres south-west of Sydney within the Berrigan Shire local government area. With a population of 1,264, the township has a stable community profile and a median age of 55, reflecting an older, long-established agricultural community. The local economy is anchored by irrigated horticulture, sheep and cattle grazing, and broader Riverina farming, with a median household income of $980 per week.

Berrigan offers the essentials of country town life — local shops, a hotel, primary and secondary schools, a hospital, and community sporting facilities including an outdoor pool and oval. The town is situated near the Murray Valley Highway, providing road access to Deniliquin around 65 kilometres to the north-east and the Victorian border town of Cobram to the south. The surrounding Riverina landscape, with its rivers, irrigation channels, and farming country, provides a backdrop well-suited to those seeking an affordable and peaceful rural lifestyle.

Berrigan falls under postcode 2712 and is governed by Berrigan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2712
Urban Area
Central Murray
LGA / Council
Berrigan
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.65°, 145.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
720.01 km²
Elevation
121m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Deniliquin / Albury 60-90 min to Deniliquin

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
620 km
By Train
No direct train service; connect via NSW TrainLink coach to Albury then train to Sydney (~7 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
6 hr 30 min - 7 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr - 6 hr 30 min

🛣️ Nearest major regional centre is Deniliquin (~65km); Melbourne CBD is approximately 430km via the Hume Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

The town centre is walkable for basic errands, but a car is essential for most daily needs and regional travel

🛒 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 Berrigan by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Berrigan Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$173
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$933
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
55 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.6%

4 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,260
Census 2021
1,264
▲ 0.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,948
Income 2021
$30,472
▲ 17.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,056
Born Overseas 101

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 29
  • 2. Philippines 9
  • 3. Egypt 8
  • 4. Italy 7
  • 5. Germany 6
  • 6. Netherlands 6
  • 7. South Africa 5
  • 8. New Zealand 4
  • 9. China 3
  • 10. India 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 553
Australian 503
Irish 170
Scottish 165
Australian Aboriginal 37
German 35
Italian 28
Dutch 12
Filipino 9
Chinese 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

927
Both parents born in Australia
111
Both parents born overseas
73
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.0%
No Religion
30.9%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
39 (3.1%)
5-14 years
130 (10.3%)
15-19 years
66 (5.2%)
20-24 years
49 (3.9%)
25-34 years
99 (7.8%)
35-44 years
102 (8.1%)
45-54 years
137 (10.8%)
55-64 years
196 (15.5%)
65-74 years
225 (17.8%)
75-84 years
137 (10.8%)
85+ years
70 (5.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Berrigan known for? +

Berrigan is known as a quiet rural service town in the Riverina region, serving the surrounding irrigated farming and grazing properties. It is home to a loyal local community with strong ties to the land.

How far is Berrigan from Sydney? +

Berrigan is approximately 620 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a drive of around 6-7 hours via the Hume Highway or Newell Highway. It's much closer to Melbourne at around 430km.

Does Berrigan have public transport? +

Berrigan has very limited public transport. NSW TrainLink coach services connect the town to Deniliquin and Albury. There is no passenger rail service to Berrigan; a private vehicle is essential for most travel.

What is the population of Berrigan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Berrigan has a population of 1,264 residents. The community is relatively stable in size with a median age of 55, reflecting a predominantly older, long-established rural demographic.

Is Berrigan a good place to live? +

Berrigan is well-suited to those seeking an affordable, peaceful rural lifestyle in the Riverina. With local schools, medical services, and community sport, it offers the essentials of country living — particularly appealing to farming families, retirees, and those escaping city life.

What is the postcode for Berrigan? +

The postcode for Berrigan, New South Wales is 2712.