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Wandsworth

NSW 2365 • New South Wales

107
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
341.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteQuietAffordableHeritage

About Wandsworth

Wandsworth is a sparsely populated rural locality on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, approximately 63 kilometres north of Armidale and 54 kilometres south of Glen Innes. Covering a vast 341.75 square kilometres within the Armidale Regional Council area, it recorded a population of just 107 at the 2021 Census. The locality sits at around 1,100 metres elevation in the New England region, with a postcode median taxable income of $31,350.

Named after Wandsworth in London, the locality was first used as a squatting run in the Pastoral District of New England, and its post office operated from 1870 to 1968. Today Wandsworth is characterised by open grazing country, eucalypt woodland, and Limestone Creek, attracting those who value rural solitude and the cool-climate New England landscape. Nearby Ben Lomond and Guyra provide basic services, while Armidale offers regional shopping, hospital facilities, and the University of New England.

Wandsworth falls under postcode 2365 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2365
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.12°, 151.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
341.75 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Armidale / Glen Innes 45–60 min to Armidale

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
490 km
By Train
No direct service; coach to Armidale then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~7–8 hours total)
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hours

🛣️ New England Highway provides the main road link south; Armidale is the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no shops or services; a car is essential 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 Wandsworth by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Wandsworth Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
107
▲ 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 Wandsworth known for? +

Wandsworth is known as a quiet rural locality on the Northern Tablelands, historically a pastoral squatting run named after its London counterpart. It offers wide-open grazing country and eucalypt woodland at around 1,100 metres elevation.

How far is Wandsworth from Armidale? +

Wandsworth is approximately 63 kilometres north of Armidale, about a 45-minute drive. Glen Innes is roughly 54 kilometres to the north.

Does Wandsworth have public transport? +

Wandsworth has no public transport services. The nearest rail station is in Armidale on the Main Northern line, about 63 kilometres away. A car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Wandsworth? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wandsworth has a population of 107 people spread across 341.75 square kilometres, reflecting its very low-density rural character.

Is Wandsworth a good place to live? +

Wandsworth suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle on the New England Tablelands with cool-climate scenery and pastoral character. Basic services are available in nearby Guyra and Ben Lomond, with full regional services in Armidale.

What is the postcode for Wandsworth? +

The postcode for Wandsworth is 2365, shared with Guyra, Ben Lomond, and other Northern Tablelands localities.