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Thuddungra

NSW 2594 • New South Wales

137
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
161.93 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteSemi-Rural

About Thuddungra

Thuddungra is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Hilltops region of New South Wales, situated in the Central Tablelands approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Young. Covering a vast 162 square kilometres of farmland, the locality had a population of just 137 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across 47 dwellings — reflecting the area's deeply agricultural character. It falls within the federal electorate of Riverina and the state electorate of Cootamundra, both long associated with the rural communities of southern NSW.

The surrounding landscape is defined by rolling pastoral hills, grain crops, and sheep and cattle properties typical of the Central West tablelands. Young, the nearest service town, provides access to supermarkets, schools, medical services, and the celebrated National Cherry Festival. Residents of Thuddungra lead a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle with minimal amenities on-site, well suited to those seeking space, privacy, and a strong connection to the land.

Thuddungra falls under postcode 2594 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2594
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.23°, 148.11°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
161.93 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Young Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hrs

🛣️ Accessible via the Olympic Highway; Young is the main service hub approximately 30 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs in this remote rural locality

🛒 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 Thuddungra by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Thuddungra Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
137
▲ 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 Thuddungra known for? +

Thuddungra is a quiet rural locality in NSW's Hilltops region, known for its vast pastoral landscape of sheep, cattle, and grain farms. It sits within the broader Young district, which is celebrated for cherry growing and the annual National Cherry Festival.

How far is Thuddungra from Sydney CBD? +

Thuddungra is approximately 320 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 3–3.5 hour drive via the Hume Highway and Olympic Highway.

Does Thuddungra have public transport? +

Thuddungra has no rail service and very limited public transport. A private vehicle is essential for getting around. Young, about 30 km away, is the nearest town with regular bus connections.

What is the population of Thuddungra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Thuddungra had a population of 137 people across 47 dwellings, making it a very small and sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Thuddungra a good place to live? +

Thuddungra suits those who value space, solitude, and a traditional rural lifestyle. It offers no urban amenities on-site but provides access to the Hilltops region's farming community and the services of nearby Young.

What is the postcode for Thuddungra? +

Thuddungra's postcode is 2594, shared with Young and the surrounding Hilltops region localities.