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Bland

NSW 2721 • New South Wales

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
306.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemote

About Bland

Bland is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 400 kilometres south-west of Sydney near the town of West Wyalong. The locality covers around 307 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating pastoral and cropping land. With a 2021 Census population of approximately 61 residents, it is a sparsely settled agricultural area within the Bland Shire — a name derived from explorer William Bland.

West Wyalong, approximately 25 kilometres to the north, provides the nearest services including supermarkets, a hospital, schools, and fuel. The broader Riverina region is known for its productive cereal and canola crops, wool production, and gold mining heritage. A private vehicle is essential as there is no public transport serving the locality.

Bland falls under postcode 2721 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2721
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.05°, 147.71°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
306.77 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

West Wyalong
25 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No direct train service; NSW TrainLink coach from West Wyalong
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5 hours

🛣️ Newell Highway provides road access; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to West Wyalong.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
▲ 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 Bland known for? +

Bland is a pastoral locality in the NSW Riverina within Bland Shire, named after explorer William Bland and known for its extensive cereal cropping, canola, and sheep grazing operations.

How far is Bland from Sydney CBD? +

Bland is approximately 400 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 4.5 to 5 hours via the Hume and Newell Highways.

Does Bland NSW have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Bland. NSW TrainLink coaches operate from West Wyalong (about 25 km away) to Sydney, but a car is essential for local travel.

What is the population of Bland NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bland has a population of approximately 61 residents, a very small rural locality in south-western NSW.

Is Bland a good place to live? +

Bland suits those committed to agricultural life in the NSW Riverina, with West Wyalong providing essential services and the broader region offering productive farming opportunities.

What is the postcode for Bland NSW? +

The postcode for Bland, NSW is 2721.

What is the population of Bland? +

Bland had a population of 61 at the 2021 Census.