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Breadalbane

NSW 2581 • New South Wales

107
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
141.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Breadalbane

Breadalbane is a small rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 12 kilometres north of Goulburn along the Hume Highway corridor near the Federal Highway junction. Covering around 141 square kilometres of open grazing land and bushland, Breadalbane had a population of just 107 at the 2021 Census. The locality sits at the gateway between the Sydney Basin and the Tablelands, with its flat pastoral landscapes historically used for sheep and cattle grazing.

Life in Breadalbane is quintessentially rural — a quiet retreat well away from urban bustle, with residents primarily relying on Goulburn for all shopping, schooling, and services. The nearby Lake Bathurst, a large shallow lake approximately 10 kilometres to the east, is a noted birdwatching destination popular with nature enthusiasts. For those seeking rural acreage within reasonable reach of Canberra (about 90 kilometres south via the Federal Highway) and Sydney (about 210 kilometres north), Breadalbane's large land parcels represent good value.

Breadalbane falls under postcode 2581 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2581
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.76°, 149.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
141.57 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn Station
12 km
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Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Goulburn to Central (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
~2.5 hrs via Hume Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 hrs via Hume Hwy

🛣️ Canberra is approximately 90 km south via the Federal Highway (about 1 hr). Goulburn (12 km) is the nearest town for all services, schools, and train connections.

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely rural — no footpaths or local services. A car is essential for everything.

🛒 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 Breadalbane by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Breadalbane Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
107
▲ 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

Where is Breadalbane NSW? +

Breadalbane is a rural locality approximately 12 kilometres north of Goulburn in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, near the junction of the Hume and Federal highways.

How far is Breadalbane NSW from Canberra? +

Breadalbane is approximately 90 kilometres north of Canberra via the Federal Highway, about a 1-hour drive.

What is near Breadalbane NSW? +

Goulburn (12 km) is the nearest town and provides all services including schools, a hospital, supermarkets, and a NSW TrainLink station. Lake Bathurst, a notable birdwatching destination, is about 10 km to the east.

Is Breadalbane a good place to live? +

Breadalbane suits those seeking large rural acreage in a quiet setting with reasonable access to Goulburn, Canberra, and Sydney. It offers affordable land compared to peri-urban areas closer to capital cities.