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Curlwaa

NSW 2648 • New South Wales

496
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
39.10 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideAgriculturalRemote

About Curlwaa

Curlwaa is a small locality on the New South Wales side of the Murray River in far south-western New South Wales, approximately 4 kilometres east of Wentworth within the Wentworth Shire. It is historically significant as the site of the first government irrigation scheme in New South Wales, established in 1890, and its agricultural character continues today. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 496, spread across around 39 square kilometres of irrigated pastoral and agricultural land.

The locality is notable for the Abbotsford Bridge, which spans the Murray River between Curlwaa and Yelta in Victoria — the northernmost crossing point on the Murray before the South Australian border. The Silver City Highway and Calder Highway pass through the area, connecting it easily to Wentworth and the Victorian city of Mildura approximately 16 kilometres to the south. Residents access services in Wentworth and Mildura, with the Murray River offering recreational fishing, boating, and camping opportunities.

Curlwaa falls under postcode 2648 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2648
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.47°, 141.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.10 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Broken Hill / Sydney (via Wentworth and Mildura connections) Varies significantly

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
1050 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest coach connection from Wentworth or Mildura
By Car (Peak)
10 hr 30 min - 11 hrs (approx.)
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 - 10 hr 30 min

🛣️ Very remote location. Nearest regional city is Mildura (VIC), approx. 16km south via Calder Highway.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no local services; all errands require driving to Wentworth or Mildura.

🛒 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 Curlwaa by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Curlwaa Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
496
▲ 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 Curlwaa known for? +

Curlwaa is known as the site of the first government irrigation scheme in New South Wales, established in 1890, and for the historic Abbotsford Bridge — the northernmost crossing point on the Murray River before the South Australian border.

How far is Curlwaa from Wentworth? +

Curlwaa is approximately 4 kilometres east of Wentworth, making it a short 5-minute drive. The Victorian city of Mildura is approximately 16 kilometres to the south.

Does Curlwaa have public transport? +

Curlwaa has no local public transport. Residents rely on private vehicles to access services in Wentworth or Mildura, Victoria, which is the nearest regional centre.

What is the population of Curlwaa? +

According to the 2021 Census, Curlwaa has a population of 496 residents across approximately 39 square kilometres of irrigated agricultural land in Wentworth Shire.

Is Curlwaa a good place to live? +

Curlwaa offers a quiet, rural riverside lifestyle in far south-western New South Wales, suited to those working in agriculture or seeking peace near the Murray River. Access to services relies on Wentworth and Mildura.

What is the postcode for Curlwaa? +

The postcode for Curlwaa, New South Wales is 2648.