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Wakool

NSW 2710 • New South Wales

262
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
301.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuietRiverina

About Wakool

Wakool is a small town in the western Murray region of New South Wales, located approximately 791 kilometres south-west of Sydney and 336 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Governed by the Murray River Council, the locality spans a substantial 301 square kilometres of flat, irrigated agricultural land in the Riverina. At the 2021 Census, Wakool had a population of 262, with the community supported by a median household income of approximately 1,000.

The surrounding district is characterised by extensive irrigation farming, with channels and streams feeding productive farmland growing rice, cotton, and pasture. The Wakool Recreation Reserve and a bowls club serve as focal points for community life. Wakool suits those who value an extremely quiet, rural lifestyle in one of New South Wales' most remote agricultural communities, with the larger towns of Barham and Moulamein providing access to broader services.

Wakool falls under postcode 2710 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2710
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.36°, 144.98°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
301.11 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Deniliquin / Echuca Approx. 1-1.5 hours

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
791 km
By Train
No direct service; requires driving to a major regional hub such as Albury or Wagga Wagga for XPT train to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hours to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
7.5-8.5 hours to Sydney

🛣️ Melbourne is closer at approx. 336 km (~3.5 hours drive); Sturt Highway and Murray Valley Highway provide main access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; this remote rural town has no walkable retail or service precinct

🛒 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 Wakool by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Wakool Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
262
▲ 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 Wakool known for? +

Wakool is known for its position in the heart of the Murray River irrigation district, with surrounding farmland producing rice, cotton, and other irrigated crops. The locality is one of the more remote communities in the Riverina region.

How far is Wakool from Sydney? +

Wakool is approximately 791 kilometres south-west of Sydney — around an 8 to 9 hour drive. Melbourne is closer, at approximately 336 kilometres to the south-east, roughly a 3.5 hour drive.

Does Wakool have public transport? +

Wakool has no rail service and very limited public transport. A private vehicle is essential; the nearest larger centres of Barham and Moulamein are within roughly 30–50 kilometres.

What is the population of Wakool? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wakool has a population of 262 residents, making it a very small, sparsely populated rural locality within the Murray River Council area.

Is Wakool a good place to live? +

Wakool suits those seeking an extremely quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by irrigated farmland and open country, with strong community ties and affordable living. Access to services requires travel to larger towns in the region.

What is the postcode for Wakool? +

The postcode for Wakool, New South Wales is 2710.