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Rosewood (Snowy Valleys - NSW)

NSW 2446 • New South Wales

218
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
149.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainHistoricQuietSemi-Rural

About Rosewood (Snowy Valleys - NSW)

Rosewood is a small village and locality in the south-eastern Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 19 kilometres north-west of Tumbarumba within the Snowy Valleys Council area. Perched at an elevation of around 602 metres in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains, the village has a population of approximately 218 residents and a cool, high-altitude climate with annual rainfall exceeding 900 millimetres. Rosewood is split between two local government areas, with the northern part administered by Greater Hume Shire and the southern part by Snowy Valleys Council.

Rosewood retains a strong historic character, with heritage-listed buildings including Elm Cottage — a stone structure built from locally sourced material around 1885 — that speak to the village's pioneering pastoral origins. The surrounding Snowy Valleys landscape offers mixed farming, grazing, and access to state forests and alpine scenery, with the natural beauty of the Snowy Mountains foothills on the doorstep. Tumbarumba, approximately 19 kilometres to the south-east, provides the nearest services including a school, supermarket, and health facilities, while Wagga Wagga is the nearest major regional centre around 120 kilometres to the north-west.

Rosewood (Snowy Valleys - NSW) falls under postcode 2446 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2446
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.39°, 152.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
149.86 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Tumbarumba Approx. 20-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
No direct train; Wagga Wagga is the nearest major rail station on the Main South Line
By Car (Peak)
5.5-6.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-6 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; Hume Highway via Holbrook is the main route to Sydney or Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is required for all daily needs; Tumbarumba provides the nearest shops and services

🛒 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 Rosewood (Snowy Valleys - NSW) by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Rosewood (Snowy Valleys - NSW) Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Rosewood (Snowy Valleys - NSW)" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
218
▲ 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 Rosewood (Snowy Valleys) known for? +

Rosewood is known for its heritage stone buildings — including Elm Cottage built around 1885 — and its cool, high-altitude setting in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains. The village has a quiet, rural character rooted in its 19th-century pastoral history.

How far is Rosewood from Tumbarumba? +

Rosewood is approximately 19 kilometres north-west of Tumbarumba, making it around a 20 to 25 minute drive. Wagga Wagga, the nearest major regional centre, is approximately 120 kilometres further north-west.

Does Rosewood have public transport? +

Rosewood has no rail service and very limited public transport. A car is essential for residents; Tumbarumba provides the nearest regular services, and Wagga Wagga is the nearest town with rail connections.

What is the population of Rosewood (Snowy Valleys)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rosewood has a population of approximately 218 residents, reflecting its character as a small, close-knit village community in the Snowy Valleys.

Is Rosewood a good place to live? +

Rosewood suits those who value peace, heritage, and a mountain rural lifestyle. Its cool climate, scenic Snowy Mountains foothills setting, and historic character make it appealing, though residents need to travel to Tumbarumba or Wagga Wagga for most services.

What is the postcode for Rosewood (Snowy Valleys)? +

The postcode for Rosewood in the Snowy Valleys region is 2446, which covers localities in the Wauchope and Snowy Valleys area of New South Wales.