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Downside

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

124
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
79.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Downside

Downside is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located approximately 15 kilometres north of Wagga Wagga. Spanning around 79 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating farmland, it recorded a population of 124 residents in the 2021 Census. The area forms part of the fertile Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area's fringe and is characterised by dryland cropping, sheep grazing, and the wide-open skies of inland NSW.

Agriculture is the lifeblood of Downside, with wheat, canola, and livestock farming the dominant land uses. Residents rely almost entirely on Wagga Wagga — one of regional NSW's largest cities — for schools, healthcare, retail, and employment. With Charles Sturt University, a major RAAF base, and a thriving regional economy, Wagga Wagga offers excellent services for surrounding rural communities like Downside. The locality appeals to those who prefer a quiet farming lifestyle with the convenience of a large regional city nearby.

Downside falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
79.37 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
15 km
N/A — drive

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
460 km
By Train
~5 hr from Wagga Wagga to Central (XPT/Inland Rail route)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min via Hume Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 15 min

🛣️ Wagga Wagga is the nearest rail connection, ~15 km south. Regional bus services available from Wagga Wagga.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely rural; all services accessed by private vehicle in Wagga Wagga.

🛒 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 Downside by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Downside Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
124
▲ 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 Downside NSW located? +

Downside is a rural locality approximately 15 km north of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina region of New South Wales.

What is the population of Downside? +

According to the 2021 Census, Downside has a population of approximately 124 people.

What is the nearest city to Downside? +

Wagga Wagga is the nearest major city, about 15 km to the south. It offers hospitals, Charles Sturt University, schools, and extensive retail and services.

Is there public transport in Downside? +

There is no public transport in Downside itself. Residents drive to Wagga Wagga, which has rail services on the Sydney–Melbourne Main South Line and regional bus connections.