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Rowan

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

105
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
30.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Rowan

Rowan is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga at coordinates 35°S, 147°E. Covering around 30 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating agricultural land, the locality sits within the broader Wagga Wagga Local Government Area and is characterised by dryland cropping, sheep farming, and open pastoral landscapes typical of the Murrumbidgee River catchment.

With a population of approximately 105 residents, Rowan is a quiet farming community where residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of Wagga Wagga's comprehensive services and amenities. The city of Wagga Wagga — the largest inland city in NSW — offers schools, hospitals, Riverina TAFE, and Charles Sturt University, as well as a thriving café and dining scene. The surrounding Riverina countryside provides excellent opportunities for cycling, fishing, and exploring the broader agricultural heartland of southern New South Wales.

Rowan falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.59 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
16 km
Not walkable

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
455 km
By Train
Approx. 5-6 hr from Wagga Wagga Station (NSW TrainLink)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr 30 min via Hume Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 30 min - 5 hr

🛣️ Most residents work in Wagga Wagga (~16km); car required for local travel

Walkability Car-Dependent

Scattered rural locality; no footpaths or local services; vehicle needed for all errands

🛒 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 Rowan by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Rowan Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
105
▲ 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

Where is Rowan NSW located? +

Rowan is a small rural locality approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina region of New South Wales.

What postcode is Rowan NSW? +

Rowan NSW uses postcode 2650, shared with the Wagga Wagga area.

What is the population of Rowan NSW? +

Rowan has a population of approximately 105 residents according to the 2021 Census.

How far is Rowan from Wagga Wagga? +

Rowan is roughly 15 kilometres north-east of the Wagga Wagga city centre, about a 15–20 minute drive along local country roads.