Binda
NSW 2583 • New South Wales
About Binda
Binda is a small rural town in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, located approximately 260 kilometres west-southwest of Sydney and 17 kilometres northwest of Crookwell, at an elevation of about 741 metres. With a population of around 291 people (2021 census), it is a quiet pastoral community within Upper Lachlan Shire, surrounded by rolling high-country grazing land. The area was established in the 1850s and retains much of its historic small-town character.
Binda is known for its scenic tablelands setting and is home to Binda Public School, a testament to the enduring local community. Residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle, with Crookwell providing the nearest range of shops, services, and the popular Crookwell wind farm precinct. The area appeals to those seeking quiet acreage living, farming, or a rural tree change within reach of both Goulburn and the ACT.
Binda falls under postcode 2583 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Crookwell (~17 km) is the nearest town; Goulburn is the closest rail connection
Car essential for all daily needs; small town with a public school and little else within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bigga Public School ICSEA 988Blackman St
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Binda Public School ICSEA 788Queen St
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Crookwell High School ICSEA 940Crown St
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Crookwell Public School ICSEA 963Denison St
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Wade Street
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Laggan Public School ICSEA 1006Laggan Rd
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Boorowa-Crookwell Rd
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 Binda by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Binda Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Binda" under Suburb