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Kingsdale

NSW 2580 • New South Wales

211
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
67.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter Belt

About Kingsdale

Kingsdale is a small rural locality situated approximately 7 kilometres north of Goulburn and about 95 kilometres north-east of Canberra, within the Goulburn Mulwaree Council area of New South Wales. With a 2021 Census population of 211 residents spread across 67.7 square kilometres, the locality maintains a quiet, semi-rural character typical of the Southern Tablelands region. The median taxable income in the broader postcode area reflects a modest rural economy, and housing is predominantly low-density acreage and small farm properties.

Kingsdale's proximity to Goulburn means residents have access to all the services of a regional city — supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and dining — just a short drive away. The surrounding landscape is characteristic of the Southern Tablelands, with open grazing land and gently rolling countryside. The locality suits those seeking a quiet semi-rural lifestyle with easy reach of Goulburn's amenities, and its position on the Hume Highway corridor also provides straightforward access to both Sydney and the Australian Capital Territory.

Kingsdale falls under postcode 2580 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2580
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.73°, 149.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
67.70 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn Station
7 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services — Goulburn / Canberra / Sydney Via Goulburn – approx. 2.5 hrs to Sydney

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
95 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Goulburn Station then NSW TrainLink to Canberra
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Close to the Hume Highway; Sydney is approx. 2 hrs by car

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; all errands require a drive to Goulburn

🛒 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 Kingsdale by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Kingsdale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
211
▲ 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 Kingsdale known for? +

Kingsdale is a quiet rural locality on the Southern Tablelands known for its open grazing land and peaceful semi-rural lifestyle, with a historic school that operated from 1885 to 1948.

How far is Kingsdale from Canberra? +

Kingsdale is approximately 95 kilometres north-east of the Canberra CBD, making it roughly a 1 hour and 15 minute drive under normal conditions.

Does Kingsdale have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving Kingsdale. The nearest train station is Goulburn, approximately 7 kilometres away, which is on the Main Southern Line with services to Sydney and Canberra.

What is the population of Kingsdale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kingsdale has a population of 211 residents across a large area of 67.7 square kilometres, reflecting its very low-density rural character.

Is Kingsdale a good place to live? +

Kingsdale suits those seeking a rural lifestyle with space and quiet, while remaining close to Goulburn's full range of services and being well-positioned between Sydney and Canberra along the Hume Highway corridor.

What is the postcode for Kingsdale? +

The postcode for Kingsdale, NSW is 2580, which it shares with Goulburn and surrounding localities.