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Edith

NSW 2787 • New South Wales

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
62.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Edith

Edith is a small rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated in the Wollondilly electoral district and falling within postcode 2787, broadly associated with the Oberon area. The locality spans approximately 63 square kilometres of elevated tableland, with a population of 120 residents recorded in the 2021 Census across around 47 dwellings. Median household income sits in the mid-range for rural NSW, reflecting a mix of farming families and rural residential properties typical of the region.

Edith offers a tranquil rural lifestyle surrounded by open paddocks, bushland, and the scenic scenery of the NSW Southern Tablelands. The broader region is known for sheep and cattle grazing, cool-climate farming, and heritage townships such as Oberon. Essential services including shops, schools, and medical facilities are available in nearby towns, while the locality itself retains a quiet, agricultural character. Residents value the wide open spaces, fresh air, and close community ties that define life in this part of rural NSW.

Edith falls under postcode 2787 and is governed by the Oberon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2787
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Oberon
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.06°, 150.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
62.86 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2787

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2787, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,707
Median 2023–24
$56,816
▲ 24.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,147

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2787; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Oberon and Bathurst Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
175 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Lithgow (~80 km) then Blue Mountains train to Sydney (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs – 2 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Great Western Highway and Jenolan Caves Road provide main access routes; Oberon is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
71.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
71.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
232 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
17.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
35.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Oberon →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edith known for? +

Edith is a quiet rural locality known for its agricultural character on the NSW Southern Tablelands, surrounded by sheep and cattle farms, cool-climate paddocks, and open bushland typical of the Oberon region.

How far is Edith from Sydney? +

Edith is approximately 175 kilometres west of Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Great Western Highway and Oberon.

Does Edith have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport serving Edith. The nearest rail connections are at Lithgow (approximately 80 km away) or Goulburn, with limited regional coach services operating in the broader area.

What is the population of Edith? +

According to the 2021 Census, Edith has a population of 120 residents spread across approximately 47 dwellings, making it a very small rural locality with a tight-knit community.

Is Edith a good place to live? +

Edith is well suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with plenty of space and clean country air. The town of Oberon nearby provides essential services, and the Southern Tablelands landscape offers a beautiful backdrop for rural living.

What is the postcode for Edith? +

The postcode for Edith is 2787, shared with the nearby town of Oberon in the Central West region of New South Wales.

Is Edith a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Edith is part of the Oberon 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.