Cryon

NSW 2832 • New South Wales

39
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
563.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutback

About Cryon

Cryon is an extremely remote rural locality in the outback of northwestern New South Wales, situated approximately 60 kilometres west of Walgett within the Walgett Shire local government area. Spanning over 563 square kilometres of flat, arid plains, the locality consists almost entirely of large pastoral stations running sheep and cattle across vast, unfenced land. With a population of just 39 residents, Cryon is among the most sparsely populated localities in New South Wales, typifying the isolated beauty of the Barwon–Darling outback.

Life in Cryon is quintessentially outback Australian, with station families managing extensive pastoral properties beneath wide open skies. The Barwon River winds through parts of the region, providing a lifeline for stock and wildlife, and the area's red soil plains support an array of native fauna including kangaroos, emus and diverse birdlife. The nearest services are in Walgett, roughly an hour's drive east, which provides basic retail, medical and educational facilities for the surrounding station communities.

Cryon falls under postcode 2832 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2832
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.96°, 147.98°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
563.74 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
620 km
By Train
No rail service — Walgett (~60 km) has no passenger train; limited NSW TrainLink coach from Walgett
By Car (Peak)
7–8 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
6.5–7 hrs

🛣️ Access via Castlereagh Highway through Walgett. Roads may be unsealed on some approaches.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote outback locality with no services or footpaths — a vehicle is essential

🛒 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 Cryon by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Cryon Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
39
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 Cryon NSW located? +

Cryon is a remote locality approximately 60 km west of Walgett in the outback of northwestern New South Wales, within the Walgett Shire local government area.

What is the population of Cryon? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of just 39 residents in Cryon, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in NSW.

What is Cryon known for? +

Cryon is classic outback pastoral country, characterised by large sheep and cattle stations, vast flat plains and the natural environment of the Barwon–Darling region.

How far is Cryon from Sydney? +

Cryon is approximately 620 km from Sydney, a journey of roughly 7 hours by car via the Castlereagh Highway through Walgett.