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Bungonia

NSW 2580 • New South Wales

469
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
325.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricNatureAffordable

About Bungonia

Bungonia is a historic small town in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, located 28 kilometres south-east of Goulburn and approximately 185 kilometres south-west of Sydney. Sitting at an elevation of around 581 metres, it covers a large rural area of 325 square kilometres within the Goulburn Mulwaree Council local government area, and had a population of 469 at the 2021 census. The town is one of the oldest European-settled localities in regional NSW, with pastoral and agricultural heritage dating back to the early 19th century. Bungonia is best known today as the gateway to the Bungonia Gorge — the deepest canyon in Australia.

Bungonia offers a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle with access to outstanding natural scenery. The Bungonia State Conservation Area is the drawcard, attracting bushwalkers, rock climbers, cavers, and nature lovers from across NSW and beyond. The town has a small general store, a school, and community facilities, with Goulburn providing the broader range of services including hospitals, supermarkets, and high schools. It suits retirees, hobby farmers, and commuters who can manage the drive to Goulburn or even to Sydney on occasion.

Bungonia falls under postcode 2580 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2580
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.73°, 149.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
325.05 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$850K
11 sales · ▼ 17.7% vs 2024

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

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn Railway Station
30 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Goulburn / Canberra / Sydney Drive to Goulburn ~30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
Drive to Goulburn (~30 min), NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~2 hrs)
By Bus
NSW TrainLink regional coach ~3 hrs
By Car (Peak)
~2 hrs 15 min via Hume Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 hrs via Hume Hwy

🛣️ Goulburn is the nearest rail hub; no local bus services in Bungonia

Walkability Car Dependent

Small rural town; limited local walkability though the village centre and some nature trails are accessible on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
469
▲ 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 Bungonia known for? +

Bungonia offers a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle with access to outstanding natural scenery.

How far is Bungonia from Sydney CBD? +

Bungonia is approximately 185 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~2 hrs 15 min via Hume Hwy in peak hour and ~2 hrs via Hume Hwy off-peak.

Does Bungonia have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Goulburn Railway Station (30 km away, approximately N/A walk) on the Sydney–Canberra line (NSW TrainLink). Bus services include NSW TrainLink coach, running to Goulburn / Canberra / Sydney in approximately Drive to Goulburn ~30 min.

What is the population of Bungonia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bungonia has a population of 469 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Bungonia a good place to live? +

Bungonia is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The Bungonia State Conservation Area is the drawcard, attracting bushwalkers, rock climbers, cavers, and nature lovers from across NSW and beyond.

What is the postcode for Bungonia? +

The postcode for Bungonia is 2580. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Bungonia? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $850,000, down 17.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.