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Hopefield

NSW 2646 • New South Wales

95
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
136.28 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet

About Hopefield

Hopefield is a small rural locality in the southern Riverina region of New South Wales, situated within the Federation Council local government area approximately 12 kilometres north-east of Corowa and 12 kilometres south-west of Balldale. The locality covers a large area of 136 square kilometres yet is home to just 95 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across 33 dwellings — a reflection of the broad pastoral and dryland farming properties that define the landscape. The median income of around $42,000 aligns with typical rural and agricultural communities in the Murray region, where farm income and seasonal work are common. Hopefield is located roughly 490 kilometres south-west of Sydney and about 65 kilometres from the regional centre of Albury-Wodonga.

Hopefield's character is shaped by its long agricultural heritage — the locality has supported sheep grazing and grain farming since European settlement in the 1880s, with a post office operating from 1882 until 1954. Residents today are predominantly engaged in broadacre farming, with the nearest everyday services and retail found in Corowa, a short 12-kilometre drive away. Corowa offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and a hospital, while the larger regional hub of Albury-Wodonga provides a fuller range of employment, specialist services, and transport connections. Hopefield retains a quiet, close-knit rural atmosphere and is best suited to those who value wide open spaces, farming lifestyle, and the unhurried pace of country New South Wales.

Hopefield falls under postcode 2646 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2646
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.92°, 146.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
136.28 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach (via Corowa) — Albury Station Approx. 1 hr 15 min from Corowa (12 km from Hopefield)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
490 km
By Train
No direct service; requires driving to Corowa or Albury, then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (approx. 6–7 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5 hr 15 min

🛣️ Nearest regional hub is Albury-Wodonga (approx. 65 km); Corowa is the closest service town at 12 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Hopefield has no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily errands with Corowa the nearest town at 12 km

🛒 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 Hopefield by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Hopefield Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
95
▲ 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 Hopefield known for? +

Hopefield is a quiet rural locality with a long history of dryland farming and sheep grazing dating back to the 1880s. It once supported a post office and hotel, and local football teams competed in the Coreen & District Football League for many decades.

How far is Hopefield from the nearest town? +

Hopefield is approximately 12 kilometres north-east of Corowa, which is the nearest town offering everyday services including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities. The regional centre of Albury-Wodonga is around 65 kilometres away.

Does Hopefield have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Hopefield directly. The nearest bus connections are in Corowa, approximately 12 km away, where NSW TrainLink coach services run to Albury Station. A car is essential for residents of Hopefield.

What is the population of Hopefield? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hopefield has a population of 95 residents (48 male, 49 female) spread across 33 dwellings, making it one of the more sparsely populated localities in the Federation Council area.

Is Hopefield a good place to live? +

Hopefield suits those seeking a genuinely rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a quiet community atmosphere. It is best suited to people involved in farming or those comfortable with being car-dependent, as everyday services are a 12-kilometre drive to Corowa.

What is the postcode for Hopefield? +

The postcode for Hopefield, NSW is 2646, which it shares with nearby localities including Corowa and Balldale in the Federation Council area.