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Baw Baw

NSW 2580 • New South Wales

271
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
55.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietCommuter BeltAffordable
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About Baw Baw

Baw Baw is a small rural locality in the Goulburn Mulwaree Council area of New South Wales' Southern Tablelands, situated approximately 7 kilometres north of Goulburn and around 195 kilometres south-west of Sydney. With a 2021 Census population of 271 residents spread across roughly 55 square kilometres, the area is characterised by open farmland, grazing properties, and the quiet rural lifestyle typical of the tablelands. The median household income reflects a modest rural economy, with most properties being acreage and rural residential holdings.

Residents rely primarily on nearby Goulburn for essential services, including supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and employment — a quick 10-minute drive along sealed roads. The surrounding landscape features the rolling hills and pastoral scenery of the Southern Tablelands, popular with those seeking space and a slower pace of life within commuting distance of the regional city. Baw Baw appeals to hobby farmers, rural lifestyle seekers, and families wanting a quiet rural setting while remaining close to Goulburn's amenities.

Baw Baw falls under postcode 2580 and is governed by the Goulburn Mulwaree 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
Goulburn Mulwaree
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.72°, 149.64°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
55.08 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.47M
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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 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
7 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Goulburn (7 km by car) ~10 min drive

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
195 km
By Train
Drive to Goulburn Station (~10 min), then ~2 hr to Sydney Central via Main South Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Close to Hume Highway (A23); Canberra CBD approximately 95 km south (~1 hr drive)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Entirely car-dependent rural locality with no shops or services on-site; all errands require a drive to Goulburn

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
271
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
166.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
166.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.8%
Non-DV assault
552.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
259.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.1%
View all 62 offence types for Goulburn Mulwaree →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baw Baw known for? +

Baw Baw is a quiet rural locality on the Southern Tablelands of NSW, known for its open farmland, pastoral landscapes, and peaceful lifestyle close to the regional city of Goulburn. It historically had a public school from 1879 to 1941.

How far is Baw Baw from Sydney? +

Baw Baw is approximately 195 kilometres south-west of Sydney, making it roughly a 2-hour drive via the Hume Highway. It is also about 95 kilometres north-east of Canberra.

Does Baw Baw have public transport? +

Baw Baw has no local bus services. The nearest train station is Goulburn, about 7 kilometres south, which provides services to Sydney and Canberra. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Baw Baw? +

According to the 2021 Census, Baw Baw has a population of 271 residents across approximately 55 square kilometres, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Baw Baw a good place to live? +

Baw Baw suits those who value wide open spaces, rural living, and a quiet lifestyle. With Goulburn only 10 minutes away for schools, shops, and services, it offers a genuine country lifestyle without being isolated.

What is the postcode for Baw Baw? +

The postcode for Baw Baw, NSW is 2580, which it shares with the city of Goulburn and surrounding localities.

What is the median house price in Baw Baw? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,467,500. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Baw Baw a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Baw Baw is part of the Goulburn Mulwaree 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.