Kingsvale
NSW 2587 • New South Wales
About Kingsvale
Kingsvale is a small rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, positioned in the Young Council area approximately 330 kilometres south-west of Sydney. It covers around 157 square kilometres of rolling hills, farmland, and native bushland at an elevation of about 426 metres above sea level. With a population of roughly 172 residents, Kingsvale is a quiet agricultural locality characterised by sheep grazing, cattle farming, and cereal cropping. The nearby town of Young — known as the Cherry Capital of Australia — is the closest service centre, some 20 kilometres to the north-east.
Kingsvale offers an unhurried rural lifestyle appealing to those who value wide open spaces and the rhythms of farming country. The landscape is typical Southern Tablelands — golden pastures, stands of eucalyptus, and expansive skies. Residents are largely farming families and rural workers connected to the broader Young and Hilltops region. Essential services including schools, shops, and medical facilities are available in Young. The area's low land prices and peaceful character make it an attractive option for those seeking a genuine country retreat within reach of Canberra (around 1.5 hours drive).
Kingsvale falls under postcode 2587 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Busways regional coach — Young township 25 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Approximately 1.5 hours from Canberra CBD via the Hume and Burley Griffin Way.
Rural locality; private vehicle essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Murrumburrah High School ICSEA 915Smith St
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Murrumburrah Public School ICSEA 961Albury St
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Wombat Public School ICSEA 898Olympic Hwy
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 Kingsvale by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Kingsvale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Kingsvale" under Suburb
