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Black Range

NSW 2550 • New South Wales

230
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
13.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableRetirees
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About Black Range

Black Range is a small rural locality in the Bega Valley region of New South Wales, situated in the southern highlands approximately 35 kilometres north-west of Bega and within the federal electorate of Eden-Monaro. Covering around 13 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 230 residents in 2021, nestled among the forested hills and creek valleys that characterise this part of the South Coast hinterland. The area is part of the broader Snowy Monaro region, with cool winters and lush green summers.

Black Range attracts residents who value a quiet, nature-focused lifestyle surrounded by the forests and farmland of the Bega Valley. The locality sits close to the Brogo River catchment area, providing opportunities for fishing, bushwalking, and enjoying the region's spectacular scenery. The town of Bega (35 km) provides access to supermarkets, schools, and medical services, while the nearby South Coast is a popular weekend destination for locals. The community is close-knit, with low property costs drawing retirees and those seeking an affordable rural retreat.

Black Range falls under postcode 2550 and is governed by the Bega Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Eden-Monaro, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2550
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bega Valley
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 149.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
13.30 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2550

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2550, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,386
Median 2023–24
$47,793
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,453

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2550; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Bega Valley local services — Bega approx. 45 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
380 km
By Train
N/A – no nearby rail; Bega is not on the rail network
By Car (Peak)
approx. 4.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 4 hrs

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway through Bega; Canberra is approximately 200 km north

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
230
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
106.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
84.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
311.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
136.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 12.3%
View all 62 offence types for Bega Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Black Range NSW located? +

Black Range is a rural locality in the Bega Valley region of southern NSW, approximately 35 km north-west of Bega and 380 km south of Sydney.

What is the population of Black Range NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Black Range (NSW) had a population of 230 residents.

What is the nearest major town to Black Range NSW? +

Bega is the nearest major service town, approximately 35 km away, offering supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities.

What is the median income in Black Range NSW? +

The ATO reports a median individual taxable income of approximately $47,793 for the postcode 2550 area.

Is Black Range a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Black Range is part of the Bega Valley 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.

What is the population of Black Range? +

Black Range had a population of 230 at the 2021 Census.