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Barwang

NSW 2594 • New South Wales

139
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
250.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSouthern SlopesCar-Dependent
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About Barwang

Barwang is a small rural locality on the south-western slopes of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-east of Young within the Hilltops Council area. Covering around 250 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 139 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming district. The surrounding landscape is dominated by sheep grazing and grain cropping, with gently undulating agricultural land and scattered native woodland typical of the southern slopes.

Young, the nearest service centre and the proclaimed Cherry Capital of Australia, provides residents with access to shopping, schools, healthcare, and community events including the annual National Cherry Festival. Harden-Murrumburrah, approximately 15 kilometres to the south, offers access to the Main South railway line for those travelling to Canberra or Sydney. Barwang itself is an authentically rural locality, ideal for those who value space, farming community ties, and the unhurried pace of life on the NSW southern slopes.

Barwang falls under postcode 2594 and is governed by the Hilltops Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2594
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hilltops
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.44°, 148.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
250.20 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2594

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2594, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,999
Median 2023–24
$51,009
▲ 21.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,861

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2594; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Harden
18 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Young / Cootamundra / Canberra ~30 min to Young

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
Drive ~18km to Harden station; NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~4hr)
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5–4 hr

🛣️ Canberra is approximately 170km south via the Hume Highway; Harden provides Main South Line rail access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services — a car is essential for all daily needs in this farming locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
139
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
155.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.4%
Motor vehicle theft
129.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
414.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
176.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Hilltops →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barwang known for? +

Barwang is a quiet rural locality on the NSW southern slopes, known primarily for its sheep and grain farming heritage and its proximity to Young — the Cherry Capital of Australia — which hosts the popular annual National Cherry Festival.

How far is Barwang from Sydney? +

Barwang is approximately 330 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a drive of around 3.5–4.5 hours. The nearest service town, Young, is about 20 kilometres to the north-west.

Does Barwang have public transport? +

There is no rail or bus service within Barwang itself. The nearest train station is at Harden-Murrumburrah, approximately 18 kilometres to the south on the NSW TrainLink Main South Line. A car is essential for everyday travel.

What is the population of Barwang? +

Barwang had a population of approximately 139 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across 250 square kilometres of farming land in the Hilltops Council area of central-western NSW.

Is Barwang a good place to live? +

Barwang suits those drawn to a quiet farming lifestyle on NSW's southern slopes, with the services of Young nearby and the scenic countryside of the Hilltops region on the doorstep. It is best suited to those comfortable with rural isolation and car-dependent living.

What is the postcode for Barwang? +

The postcode for Barwang is 2594, shared with Young and surrounding localities in the Hilltops region of New South Wales.

Is Barwang a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Barwang is part of the Hilltops 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.