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Tallong

NSW 2579 • New South Wales

914
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
198.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietCommuter Belt

About Tallong

Tallong is a small village in the Southern Highlands region of New South Wales, located within Goulburn-Mulwaree Council approximately 8 kilometres east of Marulan, 32 kilometres east of Goulburn, and 160 kilometres south-west of Sydney. Situated at an elevation of 620 metres on the Southern Tablelands, the locality covers a broad area of around 198 square kilometres and had a population of 914 at the 2021 census, with a median household income of approximately $42,834. The village has a long history tied to the opening of the Main Southern Railway in 1869 and early pastoral settlement along Barber's Creek.

Tallong is notable for its heritage railway station and is home to the Tallong Midge Orchid (Genoplesium plumosum), a protected species found only in the area surrounding the village and first identified in 1997. The principal industries today include stud farms, arts and crafts, and services for surrounding agricultural properties, giving the village a quiet, creative rural character. Residents are within a 30-minute drive of Goulburn's full retail and health services, and the Southern Highlands townships of Bundanoon and Moss Vale are accessible within 45 minutes. Tallong appeals to those seeking a tranquil country retreat on the Southern Tablelands.

Tallong falls under postcode 2579 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2579
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.71°, 150.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
198.31 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tallong (heritage only)
0.5 km
7 min
Marulan
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Goulburn / regional connections Approx. 35 min to Goulburn

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
Occasional XPT service from Goulburn (32 km away) to Sydney Central; approx. 2 hr 30 min total journey
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min – 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Access via Hume Highway; regular highway driving conditions apply; car most practical for daily use

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tallong is a rural village with minimal local services; a car is required for virtually all daily 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 Tallong by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Tallong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
914
▲ 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 Tallong known for? +

Tallong is known for its heritage railway station (opened 1869), the rare and protected Tallong Midge Orchid found only in the surrounding area, and its peaceful rural character on the Southern Tablelands. The village has a long pastoral and railway history, and today is known for stud farms and a small arts and crafts community.

How far is Tallong from Sydney? +

Tallong is approximately 160 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a drive of around 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours via the Hume Highway.

Does Tallong have public transport? +

Tallong has no regular passenger train services, though its heritage railway station sits on the Main Southern Line. The nearest operational station for Sydney-bound trains is Goulburn, approximately 32 kilometres away, which has limited XPT services. A car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Tallong? +

Tallong had a population of 914 at the 2021 Census, spread across a large locality of approximately 198 square kilometres, reflecting the broad pastoral character of the Southern Tablelands.

Is Tallong a good place to live? +

Tallong suits those seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle within the beautiful Southern Highlands landscape. While services are limited locally, Goulburn is under 35 minutes by car, and the Hume Highway makes Sydney accessible as a weekend destination.

What is the postcode for Tallong? +

The postcode for Tallong, New South Wales is 2579.