Alpine
NSW 2575 • New South Wales
About Alpine
Alpine is a rural locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated within the Wollondilly local government area at coordinates approximately 34.3°S, 150.3°E. With a very small population of around 141 residents spread across 23 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled agricultural district characterised by open farmland, rolling hills, and native bushland. The locality falls within the federal electorate of Whitlam and the state electorate of Wollondilly, and sits at a low elevation on the western fringe of the Southern Highlands.
Life in Alpine centres on rural and semi-rural lifestyles, with residents enjoying the peace and privacy of acreage properties in a scenic highland setting. The area attracts hobby farmers, tree-changers, and those seeking a quieter existence while remaining within commuting distance of Bowral, Moss Vale, and Goulburn. Nearby towns provide schools, medical services, and retail amenities. The Southern Highlands region is known for its cool climate, autumn foliage, and vibrant arts and produce scene, all of which add to Alpine's appeal as a rural retreat.
Alpine falls under postcode 2575 and is governed by the Wingecarribee Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Whitlam, while state elections fall under the Wollondilly electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2575
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2575, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2575; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Drive to Moss Vale Station then Southern Highlands Line; or Hume Highway via Picton
Fully rural locality; car essential for all travel
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Colo Vale Public School ICSEA 9524889 4250 Wattle St
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Hill Top Public School ICSEA 9354889 8227 Linda St
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2575 FRENSHAM JUNIOR SCHOOL Old Bowral Road
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Old Bowral Road
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Highlands School ICSEA 8604872 3088 2 Maxted Street
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Mittagong Public School ICSEA 99221 Pioneer St
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55 Alfred St
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Tangara School ICSEA 9714871 1636 Bong Bong Rd
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wingecarribee Local Government Area, which contains Alpine. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)