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Bigga

NSW 2583 • New South Wales

268
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
602.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricSouthern TablelandsLifestyle

About Bigga

Bigga is a small historic township in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, located within Upper Lachlan Shire approximately 191 kilometres south-west of Sydney and 52 kilometres south-east of Cowra. Situated at an elevation of 671 metres in County Georgiana, the town was established in 1892 and had 268 residents recorded in the 2021 census. The surrounding locality spans approximately 602 square kilometres of rolling tablelands and grazing land. Bigga falls within the Hume federal electorate and the Goulburn state electorate.

Bigga offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in the scenic Southern Tablelands, with a close-knit community centred around the historic Bigga War Memorial Hall and local farming traditions. The nearby Wyangala Dam and reservoir provide popular recreational opportunities including fishing, boating and camping. Residents typically travel to Cowra (52km) or Goulburn (91km) for major retail, healthcare and educational services. The area attracts hobby farmers, retirees and those seeking affordable rural land within a few hours of Sydney.

Bigga falls under postcode 2583 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2583
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.20°, 149.25°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
602.81 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$170K
7 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • CountryLink coach — Cowra / Crookwell / Goulburn Varies; infrequent service

Commute to Sydney

Distance
191 km
By Train
No train station; nearest is Cowra (~52km), which has limited bus connections
By Bus
Infrequent regional coach services via Cowra
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr via Olympic Highway and Hume Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2 hr 15 min via Olympic Highway

🛣️ Private vehicle is the only practical transport option; Cowra is the nearest regional hub at 52km

Walkability Remote

Small township with very limited walkable services; private vehicle essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
268
▲ 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

What is Bigga known for? +

Bigga offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in the scenic Southern Tablelands, with a close-knit community centred around the historic Bigga War Memorial Hall and local farming traditions.

How far is Bigga from Sydney CBD? +

Bigga is approximately 191 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx. 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr via Olympic Highway and Hume Highway in peak hour and Approx. 2 hr 15 min via Olympic Highway off-peak.

Does Bigga have public transport? +

Bus services include CountryLink coach, running to Cowra / Crookwell / Goulburn in approximately Varies; infrequent service.

What is the population of Bigga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bigga has a population of 268 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Bigga a good place to live? +

Bigga is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The nearby Wyangala Dam and reservoir provide popular recreational opportunities including fishing, boating and camping.

What is the postcode for Bigga? +

The postcode for Bigga is 2583. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Bigga? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $170,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.