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Currawarna

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

199
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
186.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Currawarna

Currawarna is a small rural locality situated within the Wagga Wagga City Council area in the Riverina region of New South Wales, approximately 25 kilometres south of Wagga Wagga city. The locality covers a substantial area of around 186 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating farmland along the Murrumbidgee River corridor. With a population of approximately 199 residents, Currawarna is a dispersed agricultural community typical of the productive river plains of southern New South Wales.

The area is characterised by sheep and cropping farms benefiting from the fertile soils of the Murrumbidgee floodplain, and the river itself provides recreational appeal for fishing and nature enthusiasts. Residents travel to Wagga Wagga for all shopping, schooling, healthcare, and employment, with the Sturt Highway providing the main road connection. Currawarna appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within easy reach of one of regional New South Wales's most liveable cities.

Currawarna falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the Wagga Wagga Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
186.37 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,085
Median 2023–24
$60,452
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,948

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Wagga Wagga (by car) N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
450 km
By Train
Drive to Wagga Wagga (~25 km), then NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~5.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min – 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 15 min – 4 hr 45 min

🛣️ Wagga Wagga is the main service hub; Sturt Highway (A20) provides access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A large dispersed rural locality with no local services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
199
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Motor vehicle theft
239.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
645.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
10.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
559.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Wagga Wagga →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Currawarna known for? +

Currawarna is known for its productive Murrumbidgee River floodplain farming, with the area supporting sheep grazing and broadacre cropping. The locality offers peaceful river-country living close to the thriving regional city of Wagga Wagga.

How far is Currawarna from Wagga Wagga? +

Currawarna is approximately 25 kilometres south of Wagga Wagga city centre, a straightforward 20–25 minute drive along local roads connecting to the Sturt Highway.

Does Currawarna have public transport? +

Currawarna has no public transport services. The nearest railway station is in Wagga Wagga, about 25 kilometres away, with NSW TrainLink services to Sydney and Melbourne. A car is essential for residents of Currawarna.

What is the population of Currawarna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Currawarna has a population of approximately 199 residents, spread across a large rural area of around 186 square kilometres within the Wagga Wagga City Council area.

Is Currawarna a good place to live? +

Currawarna suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on the Murrumbidgee River plains, with Wagga Wagga just 25 minutes away offering excellent schools, hospitals, shopping, and a vibrant regional city culture. It is particularly suited to farming families and those valuing open space and river access.

What is the postcode for Currawarna? +

The postcode for Currawarna, New South Wales is 2650.

Is Currawarna a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Currawarna is part of the Wagga Wagga 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.