Saumarez
NSW 2350 • New South Wales
About Saumarez
Saumarez is a small rural locality situated approximately 10 km south of Armidale in the New England region of New South Wales, within the Armidale Regional LGA. The area shares postcode 2350 with Armidale and had a population of around 76 in the 2021 census, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming locality. The landscape is defined by rolling grazing country typical of the New England Tablelands, sitting at elevations around 900-1,000 metres above sea level. Saumarez takes its name from the heritage-listed Saumarez Homestead, a significant colonial pastoral property in the district.
The locality is notable for the heritage-listed Saumarez Homestead, managed by the National Trust of Australia and open to visitors, offering a fascinating glimpse into colonial and early Federation-era pastoral life. The surrounding land is predominantly used for grazing sheep and cattle, creating an open and picturesque pastoral landscape. Residents rely on Armidale for all major services including shopping, healthcare, schooling, and university education at the University of New England. The area suits those seeking a rural lifestyle on acreage with close proximity to a vibrant regional city.
Saumarez falls under postcode 2350 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Armidale
🛣️ No local bus services to Saumarez. Most residents drive to Armidale. XPT train from Armidale connects to Sydney (approx. 6 hrs).
Dispersed rural locality; all services require a car trip to Armidale.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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18-83 Uralla Road
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Crest Road
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87 Douglas St
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00 Contact Us 278 Rockvale Road
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Armidale City Public School ICSEA 9636772 3420 Faulkner St
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Armidale Secondary College ICSEA 92802 6776 7400 182 Butler Street
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Ben Venue Public School ICSEA 10086772 4263 Erskine St
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Drummond Memorial Public School ICSEA 8276772 3736 250 Rusden Street
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Kellys Plains Public School ICSEA 1054026775 1253 45-47 Kelly's Plains School Rd
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Martins Gully Public School ICSEA 10506772 3314 Bona Vista Rd
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1-15 East Galloway Street
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Newling Public School ICSEA 8026772 1488 80 Chapel St
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39 Kirkwood Street
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Sandon Public School ICSEA 923Erskine & Niagara Sts
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156 Rusden Street
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6778 1335 Grafton Rd
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 Saumarez by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Saumarez Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Saumarez" under Suburb
