Wisemans Creek
NSW 2795 • New South Wales
About Wisemans Creek
Wisemans Creek is a small rural locality in the Oberon Shire of New South Wales, situated in the central tablelands approximately 60 kilometres south of Bathurst and 180 kilometres west of Sydney. Also historically known as Glenburn, the area covers around 63 square kilometres of elevated pastoral land at an altitude of roughly 1,000 metres above sea level. With a recorded population of around 113 residents at the 2016 census, the locality is one of NSW's quietest and most sparsely settled communities. Its history dates to the mid-19th century, with a post office operating from 1886 to 1976 and a provisional school that ran briefly in the late 1860s.
Life in Wisemans Creek revolves around farming, grazing, and the wide open spaces of the Central Tablelands. The area is prized by those seeking rural retreat, with scenic valleys, cold crisp winters, and a genuine sense of isolation from urban life. The nearby town of Oberon provides essential services including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities. Residents are typically rural landholders, hobby farmers, and those who value a quiet, self-sufficient lifestyle far removed from the city.
Wisemans Creek falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach — Oberon / Bathurst 30–60 min to Oberon
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Bathurst (~60 km north) is the nearest regional city with full services. Private vehicle is essential.
No footpaths, shops, or public amenities within walking distance. A private vehicle is essential for all daily tasks.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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70 Elington Road
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Bathurst High School ICSEA 983Hope St
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Bathurst Public School ICSEA 983George St
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Bathurst South Public School ICSEA 936Havannah St
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Bathurst West Public School ICSEA 927Suttor St
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Carenne School ICSEA 908158 Browning St
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98 George Street
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Gormans Hill Road
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Eglinton Public School ICSEA 986Alexander St
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French-Smith Place
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Kelso High School ICSEA 859Boyd St
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Kelso Public School ICSEA 85919 Gilmour Street
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Meadow Flat Public School ICSEA 1000Great Western Hwy
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4173 O'Connell Road
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 Wisemans Creek by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Wisemans Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Wisemans Creek" under Suburb