Nattai
NSW 2570 • New South Wales
About Nattai
Nattai is a small rural locality in the Wollondilly Shire of New South Wales, situated approximately 93 km west-southwest of Sydney CBD at an elevation of 556 metres in the Southern Highlands foothills. With a population of just 77 residents, it covers a substantial 51.6 km² of pastoral and bushland terrain bordered by the Nattai National Park. The community is tightly knit and characterised by acreage properties, hobby farms, and a deep connection to the surrounding natural landscape. The area falls within the federal division of Hume and the state electorate of Wollondilly.
Life in Nattai revolves around rural self-sufficiency, outdoor recreation, and the peaceful seclusion of the Southern Highlands fringe. The Nattai National Park offers spectacular bushwalking, canyoning, and wildlife encounters, drawing adventurous visitors from across the region. Residents typically commute to Picton, Camden, or further into Sydney for shopping, schooling, and employment, with the locality best suited to those seeking an escape from suburban life. Horse agistment, small-scale farming, and a genuine off-grid lifestyle characterise the appeal of this quiet corner of NSW.
Nattai falls under postcode 2570 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 school bus — Picton / Camden 40–60 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Predominantly car-dependent. Picton station is the most practical rail access point.
Nattai is a remote rural locality with no footpaths, shops, or public transport within the community. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Camden High School ICSEA 976300 Cawdor Rd
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Camden Public School ICSEA 1041John St
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Camden South Public School ICSEA 1021Hume Hwy
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Cawdor Public School ICSEA 982865 Cawdor Rd
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229 Macquarie Grove Road
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Mawarra Public School ICSEA 1017Macarthur Rd
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Mount Hunter Public School ICSEA 1054165 Burragorang Rd
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Cobbitty Road
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229 Macquarie Grove Road
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Cobbitty Public School ICSEA 1021Cobbitty Rd
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Elderslie Public School ICSEA 1011170 Lodges Road
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60 Central Avenue
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 Nattai by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Nattai Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Nattai" under Suburb