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Perthville

NSW 2795 • New South Wales

567
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
38.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricHeritageSemi-RuralQuiet

About Perthville

Perthville is a small rural locality on the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres south of the regional city of Bathurst, within Bathurst Regional Council. With a population of 567 across 38 square kilometres, the locality has evolved from an independent settlement into a quiet satellite community of Bathurst over recent decades as road improvements have improved connectivity. The median household income of around $49,000 reflects a modest, working rural demographic typical of the surrounding tablelands.

Perthville is historically notable for its large convent of the Sisters of St Joseph, founded in 1872, which once housed a prominent girls' boarding school and remains a significant heritage landmark in the community. The proximity to Bathurst — approximately a 15-minute drive — gives residents access to the regional city's shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and the world-famous Mount Panorama motor racing circuit. The surrounding landscape features rolling pastureland and open tablelands scenery, offering a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of major services.

Perthville falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2795
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.82°, 149.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
38.37 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bathurst Station
11 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited local bus services — Bathurst city centre Approx. 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
208 km
By Train
Drive to Bathurst Station (11 km), then CountryLink train to Sydney Central (~3 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hrs

🛣️ Good access to Bathurst city centre; Sydney is 208 km east via Great Western Highway/M4

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops; all daily errands require a short drive into Bathurst or the village centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Perthville by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Perthville Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Perthville" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
567
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Perthville known for? +

Perthville is known for the historic convent of the Sisters of St Joseph, established in 1872, which operated a prominent girls' boarding school and remains a landmark of the town's Catholic heritage. The locality is also known for its peaceful semi-rural character close to Bathurst.

How far is Perthville from Sydney? +

Perthville is approximately 208 kilometres west of Sydney, around a 2.5 hour drive via the Great Western Highway through Lithgow and Bathurst.

Does Perthville have public transport? +

Perthville has limited local bus services connecting it to Bathurst. The nearest train station is Bathurst Station, approximately 11 kilometres north, where CountryLink services run to Sydney. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Perthville? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 567 residents in Perthville, a small locality that functions largely as a satellite community of Bathurst.

Is Perthville a good place to live? +

Perthville is well-suited to those who want a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of Bathurst's full range of services, schools, and amenities. It appeals particularly to families and retirees who value space and pastoral surroundings while staying close to a regional city.

What is the postcode for Perthville? +

The postcode for Perthville is 2795.