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Burcher

NSW 2671 • New South Wales

82
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
533.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteHistoric
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About Burcher

Burcher is a small rural village in the Lachlan Shire of central New South Wales, located approximately 479 kilometres west of Sydney, 54 kilometres north of West Wyalong, and 65 kilometres south of Condobolin. With a population of around 185 recorded in the 2006 census, it is a classic example of a tight-knit inland agricultural community surrounded by vast pastoral and cropping land. The township sits within a flat, semi-arid landscape typical of the central-west wheat belt.

Despite its small size, Burcher offers the essentials of country life including two churches, a local hotel, a corner store, and sporting facilities such as a nine-hole golf course, cricket ground, and tennis courts. The nearby Lake Cowal is a significant draw, renowned for its exceptional birdlife diversity and as the site of the Lake Cowal Gold Mine. Burcher historically had a railway station on the Burcher branch line, though train services no longer operate in the area.

Burcher falls under postcode 2671 and is governed by the Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.84°, 147.31°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
533.42 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2671

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2671, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,047
Median 2023–24
$55,004
▲ 30.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,436

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2671; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — West Wyalong via rural route ~60 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
479 km
By Train
No passenger rail service. Nearest active station is Parkes (~130 km north).
By Bus
Limited regional coach services to West Wyalong and Condobolin
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 5 hours via Mid Western Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5 hours via Mid Western Hwy

🛣️ Burcher is a very remote rural village. West Wyalong (~54 km south) is the nearest service town with a supermarket, medical centre, and fuel.

Walkability Car-Dependent

As a remote rural village, Burcher has minimal infrastructure and all essential services require a car to reach nearby towns.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
82
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
425.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
474.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
588.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
785.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burcher known for? +

Despite its small size, Burcher offers the essentials of country life including two churches, a local hotel, a corner store, and sporting facilities such as a nine-hole golf course, cricket ground, and tennis courts.

How far is Burcher from Sydney CBD? +

Burcher is approximately 479 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx. 5 hours via Mid Western Hwy in peak hour and Approx. 5 hours via Mid Western Hwy off-peak.

Does Burcher have public transport? +

Bus services include Regional coach, running to West Wyalong via rural route in approximately ~60 min.

What is the population of Burcher? +

According to the 2021 Census, Burcher has a very small population of approximately 82 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Burcher a good place to live? +

Burcher is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The nearby Lake Cowal is a significant draw, renowned for its exceptional birdlife diversity and as the site of the Lake Cowal Gold Mine.

What is the postcode for Burcher? +

The postcode for Burcher is 2671. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Burcher a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Burcher is part of the Lachlan 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.