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Bywong

NSW 2621 • Rest of NSW

1,342
Population (2021)
$69,056
Median Income
94.39 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
RuralAffluentSemi-RuralPeacefulCommuter Belt

About Bywong

Bywong is a rural residential locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, approximately 24 kilometres north-east of Canberra within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area. With a population of 1,342 spread across a large 94 square kilometre area at an elevation of around 770 metres, Bywong is sparsely settled with a distinctly rural character. The community is notably affluent, with a median household income of approximately $3,172 per week, reflecting its popularity with Canberra professionals and government employees seeking acreage living within daily commuting distance of the capital.

Bywong is a sought-after lifestyle area for those wanting rural land — typically hobby farms and acreage properties — while maintaining easy access to Canberra via the Federal Highway and Macs Reef Road. The locality has no commercial services of its own, with residents relying on nearby Sutton for basic needs and Queanbeyan or Canberra's city centres for major shopping and employment. The peaceful open landscape, rolling hills, and native bushland make Bywong particularly popular with families seeking a genuine country tree-change without moving far from the national capital.

Bywong falls under postcode 2621 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2621
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional
Federal Electorate
Eden-monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.18°, 149.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
94.39 km²
Elevation
770m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
24 km
By Train
No rail service available
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min via Federal Highway and Gungahlin Drive

🛣️ Car is essential; Federal Highway provides main access to Canberra; Queanbeyan is the nearest service town (~20km south)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bywong is a rural acreage area with no local retail or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 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 Bywong by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bywong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,419
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
47 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,322
Census 2021
1,342
▲ 1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$55,172
Income 2021
$69,056
▲ 25.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,110
Born Overseas 193

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 54
  • 2. New Zealand 23
  • 3. United States 14
  • 4. Italy 8
  • 5. Brazil 6
  • 6. Wales 6
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 5
  • 8. Sri Lanka 5
  • 9. China 4
  • 10. Croatia 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 599
Australian 524
Scottish 200
Irish 195
German 73
Italian 43
Dutch 34
Australian Aboriginal 28
Chinese 25
Croatian 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

833
Both parents born in Australia
253
Both parents born overseas
214
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.5%
Christianity
46.2%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
38 (2.8%)
5-14 years
182 (13.6%)
15-19 years
98 (7.3%)
20-24 years
52 (3.9%)
25-34 years
86 (6.4%)
35-44 years
146 (10.9%)
45-54 years
263 (19.6%)
55-64 years
225 (16.8%)
65-74 years
168 (12.5%)
75-84 years
61 (4.5%)
85+ years
9 (0.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bywong known for? +

Bywong is known as a rural acreage lifestyle area popular with Canberra professionals. The locality offers hobby farms, large land parcels, and a peaceful Southern Tablelands setting, all within daily commuting distance of the national capital.

How far is Bywong from Canberra? +

Bywong is approximately 24 kilometres north-east of Canberra's CBD (Civic), making it a 20 to 40 minute drive depending on traffic via the Federal Highway.

Does Bywong have public transport? +

Bywong has no public transport services — no rail and no regular bus routes serve the area. A car is essential for all travel, including the daily commute to Canberra or Queanbeyan.

What is the population of Bywong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bywong has a population of 1,342 spread across a large rural area of approximately 94 square kilometres. The community is predominantly owner-occupier families with above-average household incomes.

Is Bywong a good place to live? +

Bywong is ideal for those seeking a rural tree-change lifestyle within easy reach of Canberra. It suits families and professionals who value space, quiet surroundings, and the Southern Tablelands landscape while remaining connected to city employment and amenities.

What is the postcode for Bywong? +

The postcode for Bywong is 2621.