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Collector

NSW 2581 • New South Wales

376
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
112.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietTablelands

About Collector

Collector is a small historic village on the Federal Highway in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 56 kilometres north-east of Canberra and 35 kilometres south-west of Goulburn. Perched at an elevation of 697 metres, the village and surrounding district recorded a population of 376 at the 2021 Census, spread across a large statistical area of over 112 square kilometres of pastoral and grazing land. The locality spans parts of the Upper Lachlan Shire, Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council, and Yass Valley Council areas, reflecting its position at the convergence of several local government boundaries in the tablelands region.

Collector has a notable colonial heritage, with European settlement dating to 1829 and a post office established by 1848; the village's historic streetscape and war memorial speak to its long pastoral history. Situated 7 kilometres north of Lake George — a distinctive shallow lake of ecological significance that periodically fills and empties — the area attracts those drawn to open tableland countryside with cool winters and warm summers. Residents are well-placed for the short drive to Canberra's full range of urban services, making Collector a practical choice for those seeking rural lifestyle properties within easy reach of the nation's capital.

Collector falls under postcode 2581 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2581
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.76°, 149.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
112.70 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited NSW TrainLink coach services — Canberra / Goulburn Approximately 45-60 min to Canberra; 35-45 min to Goulburn

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
56 km
By Train
No direct service; Goulburn station (~35 km) connects to Sydney via NSW TrainLink
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Federal Highway (now part of Barton Highway/Kings Highway network) provides the main route to Canberra. Car strongly recommended.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Collector village has minimal local services; a car is essential for all daily errands, with Goulburn and Canberra providing the nearest full range of shops and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Collector by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Collector Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Collector" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
376
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Collector known for? +

Collector is known for its historic village character, colonial heritage dating to 1829, and its setting in the NSW Southern Tablelands near Lake George. The village sits on the Federal Highway and has long served as a stopping point for travellers between Sydney, Goulburn, and Canberra.

How far is Collector from Canberra? +

Collector is approximately 56 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a drive of around 45-55 minutes off-peak via the Federal Highway. It is also about 35 kilometres south-west of Goulburn.

Does Collector have public transport? +

Public transport options in Collector are very limited. There is no direct train service; the nearest station is Goulburn (~35 km away) on the NSW TrainLink network. Some coach services pass through on the highway. A car is strongly recommended.

What is the population of Collector? +

Collector and its surrounding district recorded a population of 376 at the 2021 Census. The statistical area covers a large rural district of over 112 square kilometres, with the village itself being quite small.

Is Collector a good place to live? +

Collector is well-suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with historic character in the Southern Tablelands, within a comfortable drive of Canberra's urban amenities. The cool tablelands climate, open pastoral landscapes, and proximity to Lake George add to its appeal for lifestyle property buyers.

What is the postcode for Collector? +

The postcode for Collector, New South Wales is 2581, shared with other rural localities in the Goulburn-Mulwaree and Southern Tablelands region.