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Beggan Beggan

NSW 2587 • New South Wales

128
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
224.63 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordablePeaceful
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About Beggan Beggan

Beggan Beggan is a small rural locality in the Hilltops region of New South Wales, situated in the South West Slopes approximately 341 kilometres west-south-west of Sydney and around 125 kilometres north-west of Canberra, within the Hilltops Council area. With a population of 128 at the 2021 Census, it is one of the smallest localities in the region, characterised by open pastoral and cropping land typical of the inland slopes of southern NSW. The locality shares postcode 2587 with the nearby town of Harden–Murrumburrah, which serves as the main service centre for the area at an elevation of around 430 metres.

The surrounding landscape is part of the productive South West Slopes agricultural zone, with sheep grazing, mixed farming, and cropping forming the basis of the rural economy. Residents rely on Harden–Murrumburrah for daily services, including schools, medical facilities, and retail, while the regional city of Wagga Wagga is approximately 128 kilometres to the north-east. Beggan Beggan offers a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle in a classic southern tablelands setting, suited to those connected to farming or seeking wide open spaces away from urban centres.

Beggan Beggan falls under postcode 2587 and is governed by the Hilltops Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Shortland, while state elections fall under the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2587
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hilltops
Federal Electorate
Shortland
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.65°, 148.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
224.63 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2587

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2587, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,183
Median 2023–24
$52,223
▲ 20.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,235

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2587; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Harden Railway Station
10 km
Car required

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — Harden–Murrumburrah (nearest service hub) Car required; approx 10–15 min drive

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
341 km
By Train
NSW Trainlink regional service from Harden (~3h 30min to Sydney); very limited frequency
By Car (Peak)
3h 30min–4h
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h 20min

🛣️ Hume Highway accessible via Yass; Canberra Airport (~1h 45min) is a practical option for air travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Beggan Beggan is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; a car is essential for everything

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
128
▲ 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 Beggan Beggan. 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 Beggan Beggan known for? +

Beggan Beggan is a quiet rural locality in the South West Slopes of NSW, known primarily for its pastoral and mixed farming character. It sits within the Hilltops Council area, a region also known for growing cherries and cool-climate produce around the nearby town of Young.

How far is Beggan Beggan from Sydney? +

Beggan Beggan is approximately 341 kilometres west-south-west of Sydney, around a 3.5 to 4 hour drive. It is also roughly 125 kilometres north-west of Canberra, about a 1.5 to 2 hour drive.

Does Beggan Beggan have public transport? +

Beggan Beggan has no local bus service. The nearest train station is at Harden (approximately 10km away), which has a NSW Trainlink regional service to Sydney and Melbourne, though with very limited frequency. A car is essential for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Beggan Beggan? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 128 in Beggan Beggan, making it one of the smallest localities in the Hilltops Council region. Most residents are involved in or connected to the local agricultural sector.

Is Beggan Beggan a good place to live? +

Beggan Beggan suits those seeking a very quiet, affordable rural lifestyle in southern NSW. Daily services are available in nearby Harden–Murrumburrah, and the area's rural setting between Sydney and Canberra offers a genuine country lifestyle while remaining within reasonable driving distance of both cities.

What is the postcode for Beggan Beggan? +

The postcode for Beggan Beggan, New South Wales is 2587, shared with the nearby town of Harden–Murrumburrah.

Is Beggan Beggan a safe area? +

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