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Avoca

NSW 2577 • New South Wales

208
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSouthern HighlandsSemi-RuralQuietFamily-Friendly

About Avoca

Avoca is a small rural locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated within Wingecarribee Shire approximately 137 kilometres south-west of Sydney. Set at an elevation of around 720 metres above sea level, the locality is close to the larger Southern Highlands towns of Moss Vale (15 kilometres east) and Bowral (approximately 20 kilometres away). With a population of 208 at the 2021 Census and a median household income around $43,979, Avoca is a quiet farming and semi-rural community with a local public school and the pastoral character typical of the cool Southern Highlands tableland.

The surrounding landscape features elevated grazing pastures, cool-climate farmland, and the scenic open countryside that makes the Southern Highlands a popular escape from Sydney. Residents have easy access to the town amenities of Moss Vale and Bowral, which offer supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and a thriving cafe and boutique culture. The Hume Highway at Mittagong (around 25 minutes away) provides the main route to Sydney and Canberra. Avoca appeals to families and rural lifestyle seekers who value the cooler highland climate, open land, and a tight-knit country community.

Avoca falls under postcode 2577 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2577
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.60°, 150.41°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.63 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moss Vale Station
15 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • Limited local services via Wingecarribee — Moss Vale and Bowral Approximately 20–30 min to Moss Vale by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
137 km
By Train
Drive to Moss Vale (~15km), then NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~1 hr 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Hume Highway (via Mittagong) provides the main road route to Sydney. Train from Moss Vale is practical for infrequent CBD trips.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Avoca is a rural locality with minimal local amenities; residents drive to Moss Vale or Bowral for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
208
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Avoca known for? +

Avoca NSW is a quiet rural community in the Southern Highlands known for its elevated cool-climate landscape, scenic farmland, and proximity to the popular Southern Highlands towns of Moss Vale and Bowral. It has a local public school and a peaceful pastoral character.

How far is Avoca from Sydney? +

Avoca is approximately 137 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, making it around a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive via the Hume Highway through Mittagong.

Does Avoca have public transport? +

Avoca has no local bus service. The nearest train station is Moss Vale, approximately 15 kilometres away, where NSW TrainLink services connect to Sydney Central Station in around 1 hour 45 minutes.

What is the population of Avoca? +

According to the 2021 Census, Avoca has a population of 208 residents, making it one of the smaller localities within Wingecarribee Shire in the Southern Highlands.

Is Avoca a good place to live? +

Avoca is well-suited to those seeking a cool-climate rural lifestyle within reach of Sydney, with the Southern Highlands towns of Moss Vale and Bowral providing good amenities. It appeals to families, retirees, and acreage buyers who value space and natural beauty over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Avoca? +

The postcode for Avoca, New South Wales is 2577, shared with Moss Vale and other Southern Highlands localities in the Wingecarribee Shire area.