Rannock
NSW 2701 • New South Wales
About Rannock
Rannock is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga near the Murrumbidgee River plains. With a population of around 78 residents spread across nearly 176 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled farming district characterised by vast paddocks and open skies. The area is dominated by dryland cropping and livestock grazing, reflecting the agricultural heritage of the broader Riverina district. The flat to gently undulating landscape is typical of the Murrumbidgee irrigation country and the wheat belt of southern New South Wales.
Life in Rannock revolves around farming seasons, close-knit community bonds, and the quiet rhythms of rural Australia. Residents typically travel to nearby towns such as Temora or Wagga Wagga for everyday services, schools, and medical needs. The locality attracts those who value wide-open spaces, self-sufficient living, and a genuine connection to the land. With low population density and minimal traffic, Rannock offers a peaceful retreat from urban life for farming families who have worked the area for generations.
Rannock falls under postcode 2701 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Drive to Wagga Wagga (~45 km) for XPT rail connections to Sydney
Rural locality with no footpaths or public transit; private vehicle essential
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Coolamon Central School ICSEA 97475 Methul St
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55 Methul Street
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 Rannock by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Rannock Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Rannock" under Suburb