Lakesland
NSW 2572 • New South Wales
About Lakesland
Lakesland is a small rural locality in the Wollondilly local government area of New South Wales, situated approximately 75 km southwest of Sydney in the Southern Highlands foothills. With a population of just under 500 residents spread across 73 km², it is a sparsely settled farming and lifestyle area. The locality lies between the towns of Picton and Thirlmere, surrounded by rolling hills, state forest, and rural properties. Its relatively low population density gives it a distinctly rural character compared to the expanding urban fringe nearby.
Lakesland appeals primarily to those seeking a rural lifestyle with reasonable proximity to services in Picton, Camden, and increasingly, the south-western Sydney growth corridor. Residents often commute to Campbelltown, Wollongong, or Sydney for work, taking advantage of improved road connections via the Hume Highway and Picton Road. The area is known for horse properties, small hobby farms, and bushland retreats. Community life revolves around local rural networks, with schools and services accessed via Picton.
Lakesland falls under postcode 2572 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollondilly electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Limited rural bus — Picton town centre 15 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Car-dependent locality; Picton Station provides limited train access to Sydney
Rural locality; a car is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Thirlmere Public School ICSEA 959Oaks Rd
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 Lakesland by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Lakesland Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lakesland" under Suburb