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Carcoar

NSW 2791 • New South Wales

271
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
124.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricHeritageRuralQuietAffordable

About Carcoar

Carcoar is a historic village and locality in the Blayney Shire Council area of Central West New South Wales, nestled in a sheltered valley beside the meandering Belubula River, approximately 40 kilometres south of Orange and 260 kilometres west of Sydney. Regarded as the third-oldest settlement west of the Blue Mountains, Carcoar has a 2021 Census population of 271 residents spread across around 124 square kilometres. The village is renowned for its exceptional collection of 19th-century heritage buildings, many of which are listed on the NSW State Heritage Register, giving it a rare historic streetscape largely unchanged since the colonial era.

Carcoar draws visitors and heritage enthusiasts for its well-preserved colonial buildings, historic courthouse, St Paul's Anglican Church, and the picturesque riverside setting. The Belubula River offers fishing and quiet recreation, while the surrounding farmland provides a classic Central Tablelands backdrop. The nearest large town is Orange, reachable in around 40 minutes, providing access to hospitals, supermarkets, and schools. Carcoar suits those seeking a deeply historic rural lifestyle or a weekender property with genuine character and proximity to the Central West's food and wine trail.

Carcoar falls under postcode 2791 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bathurst electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2791
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Bathurst
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.63°, 149.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
124.07 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Blayney Station
20 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to Carcoar — Blayney or Orange (by car) ~20 min to Blayney, ~40 min to Orange

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
Drive to Blayney Station (~20 min), then ~3 hr to Sydney Central via Main Western Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Located off the Mid-Western Highway between Blayney and Cowra; Blayney ~20 km, Orange ~40 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small historic village with limited local services; a car is required for most daily needs with Blayney and Orange serving as the main service centres

🛒 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 Carcoar by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Carcoar Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
271
▲ 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

What is Carcoar known for? +

Carcoar is renowned as one of the best-preserved colonial villages in Australia, featuring an extraordinary collection of 19th-century heritage buildings including a historic courthouse, churches, and commercial buildings. It is considered the third-oldest settlement west of the Blue Mountains.

How far is Carcoar from Sydney? +

Carcoar is approximately 260 kilometres west of Sydney, making it roughly a 2.5-hour drive via the Great Western Highway and Mid-Western Highway. It is about 40 kilometres south of Orange.

Does Carcoar have public transport? +

Carcoar has no regular bus services. The nearest train station is Blayney, approximately 20 kilometres away, which connects to Sydney and Dubbo via the Main Western Line. A car is essential.

What is the population of Carcoar? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carcoar has a population of 271 residents across approximately 124 square kilometres, making it a small but historically significant rural village.

Is Carcoar a good place to live? +

Carcoar offers a unique lifestyle for those drawn to heritage living, rural character, and community charm. With limited local services, residents rely on nearby Blayney and Orange for day-to-day needs, but the village atmosphere and historic setting are genuinely special.

What is the postcode for Carcoar? +

The postcode for Carcoar, NSW is 2791, which it shares with Blayney and several surrounding localities in the Central Tablelands.