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Yathella

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

182
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
165.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiverinaCar-Dependent

About Yathella

Yathella is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga within the Junee Shire local government area. The locality covers approximately 165.2 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating farmland typical of the upper Murrumbidgee basin and surrounds. With a 2021 Census population of 182 residents, Yathella is a thinly settled agricultural area where broad-acre cropping and mixed farming define the local economy and landscape.

Life in Yathella revolves around the agricultural seasons and the self-sufficient rhythms of rural Riverina life. Wagga Wagga — one of inland Australia's largest regional cities — provides residents with comprehensive services including major hospitals, a university, retail centres, and transport connections, all within approximately 30 minutes by road. The Riverina landscape surrounding Yathella is characterised by golden wheat paddocks, canola fields in spring, and the wide open skies of rural New South Wales, making it well-suited to those who value space, quiet, and a genuine country lifestyle.

Yathella falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
165.23 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Junee Station
20 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Wagga Wagga / Junee Car required (Wagga Wagga approx. 30 min; Junee approx. 20 min)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
460 km
By Train
Drive to Junee (approx. 20 km) then NSW TrainLink XPT to Sydney Central (approx. 5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential within the locality; Junee offers train access to Sydney via Hume Highway corridor

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Isolated rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require a car

🛒 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 Yathella by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Yathella Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
182
▲ 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 Yathella known for? +

Yathella is a quiet rural locality in the Riverina known for its broad-acre farming landscape typical of the upper Murrumbidgee region. The area is part of the productive Junee Shire agricultural belt, with wheat cropping and mixed farming central to the local economy.

How far is Yathella from Wagga Wagga? +

Yathella is approximately 30 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga, making it roughly a 25–35 minute drive to the city centre.

Does Yathella have public transport? +

Yathella itself has no public transport services. The nearest train station is at Junee, approximately 20 kilometres away, where NSW TrainLink services connect to Sydney and Melbourne on the Main South Line.

What is the population of Yathella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yathella has a population of 182 residents across approximately 51 dwellings, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality in the Junee Shire.

Is Yathella a good place to live? +

Yathella suits those seeking a genuinely rural Riverina lifestyle with reasonable access to Wagga Wagga's services and amenities. It appeals to farming families and rural residents who value the wide open spaces and relaxed pace of the Murrumbidgee region.

What is the postcode for Yathella? +

The postcode for Yathella, NSW is 2650, shared with Wagga Wagga and many surrounding Riverina localities.