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Yass River

NSW 2582 • New South Wales

459
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
162.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRetireesAffordable

About Yass River

Yass River is a rural locality in the Yass Valley Council area of southern New South Wales, located approximately 55 kilometres north of Canberra and 290 kilometres south-west of Sydney. Covering a large area of around 162 square kilometres, the locality takes its name from the Yass River, a tributary of the Murrumbidgee, which winds through the surrounding pastoral country. With a modest population of approximately 459 residents, Yass River consists largely of expansive grazing and farming properties set within a picturesque tablelands landscape at around 600 metres elevation. The area forms part of the broader Yass Valley — a region known for its merino wool, prime lamb, and beef cattle heritage.

Life in Yass River is quintessentially rural New South Wales — wide open paddocks, tree-lined creek flats, and the unhurried pace of a farming community. Residents are within easy driving distance of Yass town, which provides supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, a racecourse, and the popular Yass Markets. The locality's relative proximity to Canberra has made it attractive to tree-changers and hobby farmers seeking large land holdings with a lifestyle change, contributing to elevated median house prices in recent years. The surrounding region offers excellent fishing on the Yass River, local wineries, and access to the pastoral heritage of the Southern Tablelands.

Yass River falls under postcode 2582 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2582
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.93°, 149.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
162.30 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yass Junction Station
8 km
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Bus Services

  • Local school bus / community transport — Yass township 15-20 min

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
No practical train service; limited coaches from Yass township
By Car (Peak)
50-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min

🛣️ Most residents drive via Federal Highway to Canberra; car is essential

Walkability Car-Dependent

Dispersed rural locality; car required for all services and daily needs

🛒 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 Yass River by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Yass River Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
459
▲ 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

Where is Yass River located? +

Yass River is a rural locality in the Yass Valley Council area of NSW, approximately 55 km north of Canberra and 290 km south-west of Sydney.

What is Yass River known for? +

Yass River is known for its expansive grazing properties, the picturesque Yass River valley, and its proximity to both Canberra and the charming Yass township, making it popular with tree-changers and hobby farmers.

How do I get from Yass River to Canberra? +

The most practical route is by car via the Federal Highway, taking approximately 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. There is no direct public transport between Yass River and Canberra.

What is the median house price in Yass River? +

Yass River has seen strong interest from buyers seeking rural lifestyle properties. Median house prices have been elevated in recent years, with properties typically selling well above the $1 million mark for larger rural blocks.