Oberon
NSW 2787 • Rest of NSW
About Oberon
Oberon is a small regional town on the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, sitting at an elevation of 1,102 metres — one of the highest towns in the state. With approximately 3,319 residents across 187 square kilometres, Oberon lies around 200 kilometres west of Sydney via the Great Western Highway and serves as the administrative centre of Oberon Council. The town has a cool climate with cold winters and occasional snow, and is surrounded by state forests, farmland, and the iconic Jenolan Caves to the east.
Oberon's economy is underpinned by agriculture (particularly potatoes and trout farming), softwood timber and paper production, and growing tourism. The Oberon Tarana Heritage Railway, Mayfield Garden, and proximity to Jenolan Caves draw visitors year-round. The town offers a full range of essential services including supermarkets, schools, a district hospital, and sports facilities. It appeals strongly to families and retirees seeking affordable rural living, a genuine community atmosphere, and easy access to the Blue Mountains and Central West.
Oberon falls under postcode 2787 and is governed by Oberon Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bathurst electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink coach 286 — Bathurst / Orange 1 hr to Bathurst
- School bus services — Oberon High School varies
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Oberon has no direct rail or coach service to Sydney. Residents typically drive to Bathurst (60 km) or Lithgow (65 km) for train connections. Most employment is local or in Bathurst.
The compact town centre is walkable for daily errands. Main Street has shops, cafés, and services within easy reach of most residential areas. Car needed for trips beyond the CBD.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Avoca St
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Oberon High School ICSEA 934Ross St
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Oberon Public School ICSEA 920Dart St
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129-139 Queen Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 5 heritage-listed places in or near Oberon, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Oberon by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Oberon Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Oberon" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
21 state housing + 14 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 78
- 2. New Zealand 52
- 3. India 26
- 4. South Africa 24
- 5. Fiji 21
- 6. Germany 15
- 7. China 12
- 8. Nepal 12
- 9. Netherlands 10
- 10. Bosnia & Herzegovina 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)