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Wattamondara

NSW 2794 • New South Wales

214
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
68.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable

About Wattamondara

Wattamondara is a small rural locality in the Central West of New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Cowra within the Cowra Council local government area. The locality covers around 68.8 square kilometres of open farmland and grazing country typical of the Central Tablelands, with a recorded population of approximately 214 residents. With a median household income of around 0,864, Wattamondara reflects the modest economic character of rural Central West communities. Sydney lies approximately 240 kilometres to the east, with Orange the nearest regional city at around 87 kilometres.

Life in Wattamondara revolves around broadacre farming and grazing, with residents relying on Cowra for everyday services, shopping, schools, and healthcare. Cowra itself is famous for its Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre, the Cowra Breakout historic site, and the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. The surrounding Central West landscape offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open skies, quiet country roads, and easy access to the natural beauty of the Lachlan River valley. Wattamondara appeals to those seeking an affordable, low-density rural setting within reach of a well-serviced country town.

Wattamondara falls under postcode 2794 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2794
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.90°, 148.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.79 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Cowra N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
No rail to Wattamondara; NSW TrainLink coaches from Cowra to Sydney take approx. 4.5-5 hours
By Car (Peak)
3-3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5-3 hours

🛣️ Cowra (~30 km north-east) is the nearest service centre; car is essential for daily travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Entirely car-dependent rural locality with no local shops or services within walking distance

🛒 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 Wattamondara by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Wattamondara Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
214
▲ 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 Wattamondara known for? +

Wattamondara is a quiet rural farming locality in the Central West of NSW, known for its open grazing land and paddocks. It is part of the Cowra Council area, near the famous Cowra Japanese Garden and the historic Cowra Breakout site.

How far is Wattamondara from Sydney? +

Wattamondara is approximately 240 kilometres west of Sydney by road, a drive of around 2.5 to 3.5 hours depending on traffic. The nearest regional city, Orange, is approximately 87 kilometres away.

Does Wattamondara have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Wattamondara directly. Cowra, approximately 30 kilometres north-east, has limited NSW TrainLink coach services to Sydney and Orange. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Wattamondara? +

Wattamondara had a population of approximately 214 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across a rural area of around 68.8 square kilometres in the Cowra Council LGA.

Is Wattamondara a good place to live? +

Wattamondara suits those seeking a genuinely rural, affordable lifestyle in the Central West of NSW. With Cowra's services within a short drive, it offers open country living without being completely isolated.

What is the postcode for Wattamondara? +

The postcode for Wattamondara is 2794, which it shares with Cowra and surrounding localities.