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Balaclava

NSW 2575 • New South Wales

574
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSouthern HighlandsQuietPeacefulCommuter Belt
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About Balaclava

Balaclava is a small locality in the Southern Highlands region of New South Wales, situated approximately 128 kilometres south-west of Sydney and just 1.5 kilometres north-east of Mittagong within the Wingecarribee Shire. Perched at an elevation of around 613 metres above sea level, the locality enjoys the cool, crisp climate characteristic of the Southern Tablelands. With a population of approximately 574 residents spread across a compact area of around 2.4 square kilometres, Balaclava retains the intimate character of a quiet rural village closely connected to its larger neighbour.

Residents of Balaclava benefit from easy access to the amenities of Mittagong, which offers supermarkets, cafes, schools, and community services just a short drive away. The surrounding Southern Highlands landscape provides scenic bushwalking, cycling, and outdoor pursuits, while the nearby Mittagong township provides access to the NSW TrainLink Southern Highlands Line for commuters travelling to Sydney or Wollongong. The area appeals to those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within a well-connected regional community.

Balaclava 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

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2575
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.44°, 150.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.38 km²
Population Density
242 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Balaclava for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.03M
15 sales · ▲ 18.4% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2575

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2575, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,619
Median 2023–24
$58,154
▲ 24.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,655

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

Mittagong
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • Local Southern Highlands services — Mittagong / Bowral 5-10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
128 km
By Train
Approx. 1 hr 40 min to Central Station via NSW TrainLink from Mittagong
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Near Hume Highway; Mittagong station is the nearest rail access point

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Balaclava is a rural locality where nearly all daily errands require a car, with essential services found in nearby Mittagong

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    Alpine Public School
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    Colo Vale Public School ICSEA 952
    4889 4250 Wattle St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    Hill Top Public School ICSEA 935
    4889 8227 Linda St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    Frensham
    2575 FRENSHAM JUNIOR SCHOOL Old Bowral Road
    IndependentSecondaryGirlsNon-Denominational
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    Gib Gate
    Old Bowral Road
    IndependentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    Highlands School ICSEA 860
    4872 3088 2 Maxted Street
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Mittagong Public School ICSEA 992
    21 Pioneer St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    St Michael's Primary School
    55 Alfred St
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    Tangara School ICSEA 971
    4871 1636 Bong Bong Rd
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
574
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wingecarribee Local Government Area, which contains Balaclava. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.1%
Motor vehicle theft
54.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
257.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.3%
View all 62 offence types for Wingecarribee →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Balaclava NSW known for? +

Balaclava is a peaceful village locality in the Southern Highlands, known for its elevated setting at around 613 metres, cool climate, and proximity to the township of Mittagong. It forms part of the picturesque Wingecarribee Shire.

How far is Balaclava NSW from Sydney? +

Balaclava is approximately 128 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 1 hour 45 minute to 2 hour drive depending on traffic via the Hume Highway.

Does Balaclava NSW have public transport? +

Balaclava does not have its own station, but is within 1.8 kilometres of Mittagong railway station on the NSW TrainLink Southern Highlands Line, offering regular services to Sydney Central in around 1 hour 40 minutes.

What is the population of Balaclava NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Balaclava (NSW) has a population of approximately 574 residents, reflecting its character as a small, close-knit rural locality.

Is Balaclava NSW a good place to live? +

Balaclava suits those seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle in the scenic Southern Highlands, with the convenience of nearby Mittagong and reasonable rail access to Sydney for occasional city trips.

What is the postcode for Balaclava NSW? +

The postcode for Balaclava, NSW is 2575, which it shares with Mittagong and several nearby Southern Highlands localities.

What is the median house price in Balaclava? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,030,000, up 18.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Balaclava a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Balaclava is part of the Wingecarribee LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Balaclava? +

Balaclava had a population of 574 at the 2021 Census.