Lowesdale
NSW 2646 • New South Wales
About Lowesdale
Lowesdale is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 2 kilometres north of Buraja and 92 kilometres east of Berrigan along the Riverina Highway. The 2021 Census recorded a population of just 100 people spread across a large area of around 148 square kilometres, reflecting the sparse settlement pattern typical of the southern Riverina plains. The community falls within the Federation Council local government area and has deep agricultural roots dating to the 1870s when a post office was established in 1876. Surrounding land is primarily devoted to cropping and grazing on the fertile Murray-Darling Basin floodplain.
Life in Lowesdale revolves around a tight-knit farming community with a long tradition of local sport, including Australian Rules football dating back to the early twentieth century. The nearest town with shops, services, and schools is Buraja (2 km) or Corowa (approximately 40 km away), where residents access supermarkets, medical facilities, and secondary education. There is no regular public transport serving Lowesdale directly, making a private vehicle essential for daily life. The flat pastoral landscape, wide skies, and quiet lifestyle attract those who value space, rural community, and connection to the land.
Lowesdale falls under postcode 2646 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coaches — Albury / Wagga Wagga (via Corowa) Infrequent; ~2-3 hr to Albury
Commute to Albury CBD
🛣️ Private vehicle is the primary mode of transport. Albury-Wodonga is the nearest regional city with full services.
Entirely car-dependent rural locality with no footpaths, public transport, or local commercial services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Corowa High School ICSEA 975Redlands Rd
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Corowa Public School ICSEA 957244 Honour Avenue
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Corowa South Public School ICSEA 946158 Hume St
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207 Federation Avenue
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Lowesdale Public School ICSEA 1010Riverina Hwy
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Oaklands Central School ICSEA 962Coreen St
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Riverina 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 Lowesdale by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Lowesdale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lowesdale" under Suburb