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Emu Swamp

NSW 2800 • New South Wales

156
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
58.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCentral TablelandsWine CountryPeaceful

About Emu Swamp

Emu Swamp is a small rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, forming part of the wider Orange area with a postcode of 2800. With a population of 156 across approximately 58 square kilometres of rolling farmland, it is a dispersed rural community dominated by livestock grazing and cropping properties. The locality benefits from its proximity to Orange, one of the Central Tablelands' major regional centres, which provides access to a full range of urban services. Median household incomes are above the national rural average, reflecting the productive agricultural character of the area.

Emu Swamp is characterised by open grazing country typical of the Orange district, with scattered rural properties, wide paddocks, and the backdrop of the Great Dividing Range. The locality is named for the Emu Swamp Road corridor that connects outlying farms to the Orange city network. Orange itself is well regarded for its cool-climate wine region, annual food and wine festivals, and strong healthcare and education infrastructure. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles to access services, schools, and shopping, with no public transport or local village facilities within the locality itself.

Emu Swamp falls under postcode 2800 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2800
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.30°, 149.20°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
58.34 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Orange Station
15 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
Via Orange Station (~15 km away); approximately 3h 30min to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
3h–3h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 50min–3h 10min

🛣️ Access via Mitchell Highway; Orange is the nearest regional hub approximately 15 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fully rural locality with no footpaths, shops, or local services; all errands require driving to Orange

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
156
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emu Swamp known for? +

Emu Swamp is known as a quiet rural farming locality near Orange, characterised by livestock grazing and cropping properties in the Central Tablelands. It sits close to Orange's renowned cool-climate wine region and the broader agricultural heritage of the area.

How far is Emu Swamp from Orange? +

Emu Swamp is approximately 15 kilometres from Orange city centre, a short drive of around 15–20 minutes along local rural roads.

Does Emu Swamp have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Emu Swamp. Residents rely on private vehicles for all travel. Orange Station, approximately 15 km away, provides NSW TrainLink services to Sydney.

What is the population of Emu Swamp? +

According to the 2021 Census, Emu Swamp has a population of approximately 156 residents spread across roughly 58 square kilometres of Central Tablelands farmland.

Is Emu Swamp a good place to live? +

Emu Swamp offers a quiet rural lifestyle close to all the amenities of Orange, including excellent schools, hospitals, and a vibrant food and wine culture. It suits those who want a genuine farming or rural lifestyle within easy reach of a substantial regional centre.

What is the postcode for Emu Swamp? +

The postcode for Emu Swamp, NSW is 2800, shared with Orange and surrounding localities.