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Bidgeemia

NSW 2642 • Rest of NSW

32
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
232.04 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Bidgeemia

Bidgeemia is a remote rural locality in the central Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 19 kilometres west of Urangeline East and 21 kilometres east of Urana. With a tiny 2021 Census population of just 32 residents spread across around 232 square kilometres, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in the state. The area is characterised by flat, open pastoral farmland typical of the Riverina, and falls under the Federation Council local government area.

Life in Bidgeemia is quintessentially rural — dominated by sheep and grain farming on vast pastoral stations. Community ties are strong despite the small population, with historical links to the now-closed Bidgeemia Public School (closed 1972) and a shared community hall and church that once served as social anchors for surrounding farms. Residents rely heavily on private vehicles, with the nearest significant services located in Urana or Lockhart. The locality attracts those who value wide open spaces, agricultural heritage, and the tranquillity of the outback fringe.

Bidgeemia falls under postcode 2642 and is governed by Federation Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2642
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federation
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.39°, 146.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
232.04 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
550 km
By Train
No direct service; Lockhart or Wagga Wagga for regional coach
By Car (Peak)
6–7 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
6–7 hours

🛣️ Extremely remote; nearest town is Urana (~21 km)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely rural with no public transport or walkable amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
183.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
168.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
283 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
283 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Federation →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
32
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bidgeemia located? +

Bidgeemia is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, about 21 km east of Urana and within the Federation Council area.

What is the population of Bidgeemia? +

The 2021 Census recorded just 32 residents in Bidgeemia, making it one of NSW's smallest populated localities.

Is there public transport to Bidgeemia? +

There is no public transport serving Bidgeemia. A private vehicle is essential. The nearest regional coach connections are in Lockhart or Wagga Wagga.

What is Bidgeemia known for? +

Bidgeemia is a traditional pastoral farming locality in the Riverina, known for sheep and grain farming across its vast 232 square kilometre area.

Is Bidgeemia a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bidgeemia is part of the Federation 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.