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Crooked Corner

NSW 2583 • New South Wales

78
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
247.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Crooked Corner

Crooked Corner is a very small rural locality in Upper Lachlan Shire, located on the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales between the villages of Bigga and Binda. Covering approximately 248 square kilometres, it had a population of 78 residents at the 2021 Census. The area lies within the "Shire of Villages" — a designation reflecting the picturesque countryside, rich history, and cluster of small communities that characterise Upper Lachlan Shire.

Crooked Corner has a notable gold mining history: alluvial gold was discovered in 1861 and reef gold in 1871, with the Palmer Gold and Silver Mining Company operating a battery there in the late 1880s. Today the locality is purely agricultural, with grazing, wool, and seed potato farming typical of the district. The nearest town is Crookwell, approximately 30 kilometres to the south-east, which provides residents with shops, schools, and essential services.

Crooked Corner falls under postcode 2583 and is governed by the Upper Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2583
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.20°, 149.25°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
247.96 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2583

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2583, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,999
Median 2023–24
$46,265
▲ 15.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,389

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2583; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
210 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Goulburn then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (approx. 2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is the only practical transport; Crookwell is the nearest town with basic services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Crooked Corner is a dispersed rural locality with no local facilities; residents must drive to Crookwell or Goulburn for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
78
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
101.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
112.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
225.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Upper Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crooked Corner known for? +

Crooked Corner has a rich gold mining history, with alluvial gold discovered in 1861 and reef gold in 1871. A battery operated there in the late 1880s, and today it is a quiet pastoral locality known for wool, seed potato farming, and cool-climate agriculture.

How far is Crooked Corner from Goulburn? +

Crooked Corner is approximately 80 kilometres from Goulburn. The nearest town is Crookwell, around 30 kilometres to the south-east, which is approximately a half-hour drive.

Does Crooked Corner have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Crooked Corner. A private car is essential for all travel, with Goulburn being the nearest access point for NSW TrainLink intercity rail services.

What is the population of Crooked Corner? +

According to the 2021 Census, Crooked Corner has a population of 78 residents spread across approximately 248 square kilometres, reflecting one of the lowest population densities in the Southern Tablelands.

Is Crooked Corner a good place to live? +

Crooked Corner suits those seeking true rural seclusion in the Upper Lachlan countryside. It offers wide open space and a peaceful lifestyle, though residents need to travel to Crookwell or Goulburn for all services, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Crooked Corner? +

The postcode for Crooked Corner, NSW is 2583, which it shares with Crookwell and surrounding Upper Lachlan Shire localities.

Is Crooked Corner a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Crooked Corner is part of the Upper 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.