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Eugowra

NSW 2806 • New South Wales

862
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
519.70 km²
Area
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Median Rent
HistoricRuralAgriculturalQuiet

About Eugowra

Eugowra is a historic town in the Central West region of New South Wales, situated 341 kilometres west of Sydney and 81 kilometres west of Orange, at an elevation of 271 metres above sea level. The town falls primarily within the Cabonne Shire local government area, with a portion extending into Forbes Shire. According to the 2021 Census, Eugowra had a population of around 601 people, reflecting its role as a small rural service centre for the surrounding agricultural district along Mandagery Creek.

Eugowra is steeped in Australian colonial history — most notably as the site of Australia's largest gold robbery in 1862, when bushranger Frank Gardiner and his gang (including Ben Hall) ambushed a Cobb and Co coach at nearby Escort Rock, stealing 77 kilograms of gold. The town also features Eugowra Rocks, a striking granite outcrop, and the area supplied granite for the construction of the Australian Parliament House in the 1970s and 80s. Services are modest and centred around the main street, with the town offering a quiet, heritage-tinged rural lifestyle for residents.

Eugowra falls under postcode 2806 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2806
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.38°, 148.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
519.70 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services — Orange / Forbes Variable

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
341 km
By Train
No direct train service. NSW TrainLink coaches connect to Orange, then rail to Sydney.
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hours

🛣️ Eugowra is a remote Central West town; travel to Sydney is typically by car or coach connection. Orange is the nearest regional hub.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Eugowra has a small main street with basic services, but a car is needed for most errands and travel to larger 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 Eugowra by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Eugowra Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
862
▲ 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 Eugowra known for? +

Eugowra is best known as the site of Australia's largest gold robbery in 1862, when bushranger Frank Gardiner and his gang ambushed a Cobb and Co coach at nearby Escort Rock, stealing 77 kilograms of gold and £3,700 in cash. The town also features Eugowra Rocks, a notable granite outcrop.

How far is Eugowra from Sydney? +

Eugowra is approximately 341 kilometres west of Sydney, making it roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive. It is 81 kilometres west of Orange, the nearest regional city.

Does Eugowra have public transport? +

Eugowra has no direct rail service. NSW TrainLink coach connections link the town to Orange and Forbes, from where regional rail services to Sydney and beyond can be accessed. A private vehicle is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Eugowra? +

Eugowra had a population of approximately 601 people according to the 2021 Census, down from 779 in the 2016 Census, reflecting the gradual population drift common in many small Central West NSW towns.

Is Eugowra a good place to live? +

Eugowra offers an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle in NSW's Central West with a strong sense of local history and community. It suits those who value open spaces and a slower pace, though access to services requires travel to nearby Orange or Forbes.

What is the postcode for Eugowra? +

The postcode for Eugowra is 2806.