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Bannister

NSW 2580 • New South Wales

141
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
109.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalTablelands
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About Bannister

Bannister is a small rural locality in the Goulburn Mulwaree local government area of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres south of Crookwell and around 90 kilometres north-east of Canberra. The locality covers a large area of approximately 110 square kilometres of undulating tablelands, with a very small population of around 120 people recorded in the 2016 census. It was named after Saxe Bannister, a former Attorney-General of New South Wales.

Life in Bannister is quintessentially rural, with the surrounding landscape characterised by pastoral farmland, sheep and cattle grazing, and the rugged beauty of the Southern Tablelands. Residents rely on nearby Crookwell for everyday services and Goulburn, about 50 kilometres to the south, for broader amenities including shopping, hospital services and rail connections. The locality appeals to those seeking a quiet, self-sufficient country lifestyle with strong community ties.

Bannister falls under postcode 2580 and is governed by the Upper Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2580
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.73°, 149.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
109.92 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2580

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2580, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,824
Median 2023–24
$58,066
▲ 21.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,854

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2580; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn Station
50 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Crookwell / Goulburn 30-60 min to Crookwell

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
275 km
By Train
Drive to Goulburn (~50 km), then ~2h train to Sydney
By Bus
No direct bus service
By Car (Peak)
3h 20min to Sydney CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h to Sydney CBD

🛣️ Canberra is ~90 km away (~1h drive); Goulburn is the nearest major town (~50 km)

Walkability Walker's Paradise (Inverted)

Extremely car-dependent; no footpaths or nearby services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
141
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
101.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
112.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
225.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Upper Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bannister known for? +

Life in Bannister is quintessentially rural, with the surrounding landscape characterised by pastoral farmland, sheep and cattle grazing, and the rugged beauty of the Southern Tablelands.

How far is Bannister from Sydney CBD? +

Bannister is approximately 275 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 3h 20min to Sydney CBD in peak hour and 3h to Sydney CBD off-peak.

Does Bannister have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Goulburn Station (50 km away, approximately Not walkable walk) on the Main South Line (Sydney–Canberra corridor). Bus services include Limited regional services, running to Crookwell / Goulburn in approximately 30-60 min to Crookwell.

What is the population of Bannister? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bannister has a population of 141 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Bannister a good place to live? +

Bannister is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents rely on nearby Crookwell for everyday services and Goulburn, about 50 kilometres to the south, for broader amenities including shopping, hospital services and rail connections.

What is the postcode for Bannister? +

The postcode for Bannister is 2580. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Bannister a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bannister is part of the Upper Lachlan 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.