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Bargo

NSW 2574 • Rest of NSW

4,516
Population (2021)
$90,272
Median Household Income
49.09 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyNatureAffordableCommuter

About Bargo

Bargo is a growing town in the Macarthur region of Greater Sydney, located approximately 100 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD within the Wollondilly Shire. Sitting at an elevation of around 338 metres on the Southern Highlands plateau, the town recorded a population of 4,516 at the 2021 census, reflecting steady growth from its rural and semi-rural roots. Bargo sits roughly halfway between Campbelltown and Bowral, flanked by bushland and the Bargo River. The community has a predominantly Australian-born, working-to-middle-class character with a strong local identity.

Bargo offers a relaxed outer-suburban lifestyle with excellent access to the Southern Highlands' natural beauty, including the Bargo Gorge and surrounding state forests popular for bushwalking, mountain biking, and horse riding. The town has local primary schooling, a small shopping strip with everyday amenities, and community sports facilities. Families, tradies, and first-home buyers are increasingly drawn to Bargo's affordability relative to other Macarthur and Southern Highlands suburbs, with direct rail access to Sydney making it viable for commuters.

Bargo falls under postcode 2574 and is governed by Wingecarribee Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2574
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.29°, 150.59°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
49.09 km²
Elevation
325m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1M
67 sales · ▼ 3.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$467K
5 sales · ▼ 2.7% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

0 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bargo Station
1 km
10–15 min
Tahmoor Station
6 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 730, 731 — Picton / Campbelltown 30–50 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
~1 hr 40 min to Central via Southern Highlands Line
By Bus
N/A – no direct bus to CBD
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Bargo Station has regular services to Sydney CBD. The Hume Highway/Motorway provides a direct road connection.

Walkability Car Dependent

Mostly car dependent, though the town centre and train station are walkable from nearby residential areas. Limited footpath coverage outside the main street.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Bargo Public School ICSEA 945
    4684 1396 Great Southern Rd
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
  • 🏫
    Yanderra Public School ICSEA 934
    4684 1377 16 Yanderra Rd
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Bargo, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Wirrimbirra Sanctuary
Hume Highway, Bargo • SHR #01508
Bargo Railway Viaduct
Main Southern railway 96.265 kms, Bargo • SHR #01024
Nepean Dam
Avon Dam Road, Bargo • SHR #01368

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wingecarribee Local Government Area, which contains Bargo. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,393
Census 2021
4,516
▲ 2.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,176
Personal Income 2021
$38,584
▲ 16.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$38,584 / yr
$742/wk
Household
$90,272 / yr
$1736/wk
Family
$105,664 / yr
$2032/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,814
Born Overseas 526

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 165
  • 2. New Zealand 51
  • 3. Germany 23
  • 4. Malta 23
  • 5. Scotland 18
  • 6. China 16
  • 7. Italy 15
  • 8. Croatia 14
  • 9. Netherlands 14
  • 10. Ireland 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,983
English 1,831
Irish 447
Scottish 392
Australian Aboriginal 232
Italian 222
German 177
Maltese 149
Dutch 80
Chinese 51

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,927
Both parents born in Australia
811
Both parents born overseas
588
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.0%
No Religion
34.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
236 (5.2%)
5-14 years
677 (15.0%)
15-19 years
300 (6.6%)
20-24 years
252 (5.6%)
25-34 years
454 (10.1%)
35-44 years
544 (12.0%)
45-54 years
612 (13.6%)
55-64 years
564 (12.5%)
65-74 years
496 (11.0%)
75-84 years
299 (6.6%)
85+ years
78 (1.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bargo known for? +

Bargo offers a relaxed outer-suburban lifestyle with excellent access to the Southern Highlands' natural beauty, including the Bargo Gorge and surrounding state forests popular for bushwalking, mountain biking, and horse riding.

How far is Bargo from Sydney CBD? +

Bargo is approximately 100 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~1 hr 30 min in peak hour and ~1 hr 10 min off-peak.

Does Bargo have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Bargo Station (1 km away, approximately 10–15 min walk) on the Southern Highlands Line. Bus services include 730, 731, running to Picton / Campbelltown in approximately 30–50 min.

What is the population of Bargo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bargo has a population of 4,516 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Bargo a good place to live? +

Bargo is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The town has local primary schooling, a small shopping strip with everyday amenities, and community sports facilities.

What is the postcode for Bargo? +

The postcode for Bargo is 2574. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Bargo? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bargo is about $742 per week (around $38,600 per year). The median household income is $1,736 per week and the median family income is $2,032 per week.

What is the median house price in Bargo? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,000,000, down 3.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $466,965, down 2.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Bargo? +

The median age in Bargo is 41. The largest age group is 5–14 (677 residents, around 15%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bargo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bargo 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.

How much is rent in Bargo? +

In Bargo, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).