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Bullio

NSW 2575 • New South Wales

79
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
107.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandRemotePeaceful
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About Bullio

Bullio is a tiny rural hamlet in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, located within Wingecarribee Shire approximately 34 kilometres west-northwest of Mittagong and around 109 kilometres south-west of Sydney. With a population of 79 at the 2021 Census, the locality is one of the smallest in the shire and is characterised by rugged sandstone terrain and dense bushland. Bullio borders the vast Nattai National Park and sits at the edge of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, lending it a distinctly remote and natural character.

The locality is deeply tied to its natural surroundings, with Wombeyan Caves Road passing through and providing one of the access routes to the stunning Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve. Nattai National Park, which adjoins Bullio, is known for its rugged bushwalking, sandstone gorges, and rich wildlife habitat within the Great Western Wildlife Corridor. There are no shops or services within the locality itself; residents depend on Mittagong and Bowral for everyday needs, and the area appeals to those drawn to a secluded rural lifestyle surrounded by World Heritage-listed landscapes.

Bullio falls under postcode 2575 and is governed by the Wingecarribee Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Whitlam, while state elections fall under the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2575
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.35°, 150.34°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
107.79 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2575

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2575, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,619
Median 2023–24
$58,154
▲ 24.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,655

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2575; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Mittagong/Bowral (nearest towns) Car required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
109 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Mittagong or Bowral station for trains to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Hume Highway accessible via Mittagong; road to Bullio is unsealed in parts — 4WD recommended

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; there are no shops or services in the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    Alpine Public School
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    GovernmentPrimaryCoed
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    Colo Vale Public School ICSEA 952
    4889 4250 Wattle St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    Hill Top Public School ICSEA 935
    4889 8227 Linda St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    Frensham
    2575 FRENSHAM JUNIOR SCHOOL Old Bowral Road
    IndependentSecondaryGirlsNon-Denominational
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    Gib Gate
    Old Bowral Road
    IndependentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    Highlands School ICSEA 860
    4872 3088 2 Maxted Street
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Mittagong Public School ICSEA 992
    21 Pioneer St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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    St Michael's Primary School
    55 Alfred St
    CatholicPrimaryCoed
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    Tangara School ICSEA 971
    4871 1636 Bong Bong Rd
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
79
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.1%
Motor vehicle theft
54.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
257.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.3%
View all 62 offence types for Wingecarribee →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bullio known for? +

Bullio is known for its proximity to Nattai National Park and the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, offering a rare combination of rugged sandstone bushland and complete rural seclusion. Wombeyan Caves Road, which passes through the area, provides access to the renowned Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve.

How far is Bullio from Sydney CBD? +

Bullio is approximately 109 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 1 hour 30 minute to 2 hour 30 minute drive depending on traffic and route conditions.

Does Bullio have public transport? +

Bullio has no public transport service. The nearest train stations are at Mittagong and Bowral, approximately 34 kilometres to the east on the Main South Line. A car is essential, and some access roads in the area are unsealed.

What is the population of Bullio? +

At the 2021 Census, Bullio had a population of 79 residents across approximately 24 dwellings, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in Wingecarribee Shire.

Is Bullio a good place to live? +

Bullio suits those who are seeking complete seclusion in a bushland setting, surrounded by national parks and World Heritage-listed landscapes. It is not suitable for those relying on public transport or requiring convenient access to shops and services, which are found in Mittagong and Bowral.

What is the postcode for Bullio? +

The postcode for Bullio is 2575, shared with other localities across the Wingecarribee Shire including Bowral and Mittagong.

Is Bullio a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bullio is part of the Wingecarribee 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.