Brookdale
NSW 2656 • New South Wales
About Brookdale
Brookdale is a quiet rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Wagga Wagga near the small township of The Rock. Covering around 150 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating Riverina plains, the locality is characterised by cereal cropping, sheep and mixed farming operations. The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 50 people, reflecting its nature as a dispersed farming community rather than a nucleated settlement.
Residents of Brookdale rely on The Rock and Wagga Wagga for daily services, with Wagga Wagga offering one of inland NSW's most complete regional service offerings including Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, a regional airport and a vibrant arts and dining scene. The flat Riverina landscape is well suited to broad-acre farming, and the community has a strong rural identity tied to the agricultural seasons. The nearby Kooringal area and Wagga Wagga city provide sporting, recreational and educational opportunities within a 30-minute drive.
Brookdale falls under postcode 2656 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Limited local services — Wagga Wagga (30km) approx. 35 min by car
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Wagga Wagga (~30km) is the primary service hub with a regional airport offering daily flights to Sydney (55 min). The Rock Station provides the nearest rail access.
Rural locality with no local services. All daily needs require driving to The Rock or Wagga Wagga.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Lockhart Central School ICSEA 874Halliday St
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37-53 Ferrier Street
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The Rock-Lockhart 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 Brookdale by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Brookdale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Brookdale" under Suburb