How far is Barham from Sydney CBD?

Barham is approximately 320 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 3h 40min in peak hour and 3h 30min off-peak.

Does Barham have public transport?

Bus services include NSW TrainLink Coach, running to Deniliquin, Swan Hill in approximately Varies.

What is the population of Barham?

According to the 2021 Census, Barham has a population of 1,569 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Barham a good place to live?

Barham is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The town features a golf course, bowling club, and the Barham Lakes Complex for recreation.

What is the postcode for Barham?

The postcode for Barham is 2732. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Barham?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Barham is about $571 per week (around $29,700 per year). The median household income is $995 per week and the median family income is $1,368 per week.

What is the median house price in Barham?

As of 2025, the median house price is $450,000, down 2.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Barham?

The median age in Barham is 58. The largest age group is 65–74 (288 residents, around 18%). Around 17% of residents are under 20 and about 36% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Barham a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Barham is part of the Murray River 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 Barham?

In Barham, the median weekly rent is $185, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,148 (2021 Census).

Barham

NSW 2732 • Rest of NSW

1,569

Population (2021)

$51,740

Median Household Income

472.80 km²

Area

$185/wk

Median Rent

RuralRiversideRetiree-FriendlyAffordableMurray River

About Barham

Barham is a small rural town located on the banks of the Murray River in southern New South Wales, approximately 320 km north of Melbourne. With a population of around 1,500, it has a notably older demographic with a median age above 60. The town sits within the Murray River Council area and serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district.

Life in Barham revolves around the Murray River, which offers fishing, boating, and water sports year-round. The town features a golf course, bowling club, and the Barham Lakes Complex for recreation. With 74% owner-occupancy and affordable median house prices around $427,000, it attracts retirees and families seeking a peaceful riverside lifestyle away from the city.

Barham falls under postcode 2732 and is governed by Murray River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2732

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

Murray River

Federal Electorate

Farrer

State Electorate

Murray

Type

Rural

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-35.61°, 144.19°

Statistical Area

Rest of NSW

Area

472.80 km²

Elevation

85m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$450K

42 sales · ▼ 2.2% 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)

$185

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$1,148

Avg Household Size

2.1 people

Median Age

58 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

0.6%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

NSW TrainLink Coach — Deniliquin, Swan Hill Varies

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance

320 km

By Car (Peak)

3h 40min

By Car (Off-Peak)

3h 30min

🛣️ Remote rural town. Nearest regional centre is Deniliquin (90 km) or Swan Hill (50 km across the border in Victoria.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car. The town centre has basic shops within walking distance but services are limited.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏫

Barham High School ICSEA 951

03 5453 2322 Gonn St

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🏫

Barham Public School ICSEA 982

03 5453 2133 Wakool St

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🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Barham, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Coonamit Bridge over Wakool River

Main Road 386 Swan Hill • SHR #01464

Barham Bridge over Murray River

Main Road 319, Barham • SHR #01456

Murray Downs Homestead

Moulamein Highway, Wakool • SHR #01438

Swan Hill-Murray River Road Bridge

Main Road 67, Swan Hill (East) • SHR #01481

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)

302.3 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr —

Motor vehicle theft

353.9 / 100k

2yr Up 71.4% 10yr —

Non-DV assault

221.2 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr —

Robbery (unarmed)

14.7 / 100k

2yr — 10yr —

Steal from vehicle

250.7 / 100k

2yr Down 57.0% 10yr —

View all 62 offence types for Murray River →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

1,518

Census 2021

1,569

▲ 3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$25,740

Personal Income 2021

$29,692

▲ 15.4% 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

$29,692 / yr

$571/wk

Household

$51,740 / yr

$995/wk

Family

$71,136 / yr

$1368/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,340

Born Overseas 118

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 26
2. New Zealand 12
3. Philippines 12
4. Indonesia 10
5. Malaysia 8
6. Netherlands 7
7. Scotland 7
8. Germany 6
9. Thailand 6
10. Fiji 5
11. Italy 5
12. China 4
13. India 4
14. Sri Lanka 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 697

English 675

Irish 199

Scottish 178

German 59

Australian Aboriginal 52

Italian 52

Dutch 15

Chinese 14

Filipino 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,243

Both parents born in Australia

155

Both parents born overseas

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

53.2%

No Religion

37.4%

Buddhism

1.0%

Islam

0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

67 (4.3%)

5-14 years

139 (8.9%)

15-19 years

58 (3.7%)

20-24 years

45 (2.9%)

25-34 years

126 (8.0%)

35-44 years

100 (6.4%)

45-54 years

172 (11.0%)

55-64 years

282 (18.0%)

65-74 years

288 (18.4%)

75-84 years

180 (11.5%)

85+ years

102 (6.5%)