Woodford
NSW 2778 • Greater Sydney
About Woodford
Woodford is a charming village in the City of Blue Mountains, New South Wales, located approximately 87 km west of Sydney CBD at an elevation of 609 metres above sea level. With a population of around 1,953 (2021 census), it is a small but established community perched along the Great Western Highway and the Main Western railway line. The suburb is surrounded by the dramatic escarpments and eucalyptus bushland of the Blue Mountains National Park, giving it a tranquil, nature-immersed character. Woodford has a proud heritage dating to the 1830s, with the historic Woodford Academy being a landmark of colonial-era architecture.
Woodford attracts residents who value a peaceful mountain lifestyle within commuting reach of Sydney, with a strong community spirit and access to outstanding natural landscapes. The Woodford railway station provides regular services to Sydney and Lithgow, making it viable for those who work in the city but prefer the cooler mountain air. Local amenities are modest, with residents typically travelling to Hazelbrook or Blaxland for supermarkets and services, or heading to Katoomba (19 km west) for a broader range of shops and cafes. Bushwalkers, artists, and families seeking space from the city are drawn to Woodford's quiet streets and National Park access.
Woodford falls under postcode 2778 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Local Blue Mountains buses — Hazelbrook, Lawson, Blaxland varies
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Regular train services to Sydney Central. Peak hour services run frequently; off-peak may require a change at Penrith or Springwood.
Village-scale walkability near the station and village centre; surrounding areas require a car. Great for bushwalking in the National Park.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 5 heritage-listed places in or near Woodford, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Woodford by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Woodford Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Woodford" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 121
- 2. New Zealand 19
- 3. Scotland 12
- 4. United States 12
- 5. Germany 11
- 6. India 10
- 7. Ireland 10
- 8. Malaysia 10
- 9. South Africa 10
- 10. Netherlands 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)