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Ganbenang

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

109
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
136.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Rural
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About Ganbenang

Ganbenang is a small rural locality in the Lithgow local government area of New South Wales, located in the Blue Mountains hinterland region west of the Great Dividing Range. The locality covers approximately 137 square kilometres of open farmland and bushland at the edge of the Tablelands, with a population of around 109 people at the 2021 Census. The name Ganbenang is of Aboriginal origin from the Wiradjuri language, reflecting the deep Indigenous heritage of the Central West region.

The area around Ganbenang is predominantly agricultural, with grazing and mixed farming on the basalt soils of the tablelands west of the Blue Mountains. Residents rely on the nearby Lithgow for most services, including schools, supermarkets, and medical facilities — just 20–30 kilometres to the east. The locality sits within a broader landscape that includes scenic gorges, state forests, and the extensive Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. It appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle within a reasonable driving distance of both Lithgow and greater Sydney.

Ganbenang falls under postcode 2790 and is governed by the Lithgow Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2790
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lithgow
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Blue Mountains
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.31°, 150.36°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
136.91 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2790

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2790, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,778
Median 2023–24
$54,836
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,148

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2790; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lithgow Station
25 km
N/A — drive

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
145 km
By Train
Approx 2 hrs from Lithgow to Central (T1 Western Line / TrainLink)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hrs via Great Western Hwy / M4
By Car (Off-Peak)
2-2.5 hrs

🛣️ No public transport within the locality. Nearest train at Lithgow (~25km). Drive to Lithgow then catch the Western Line to Sydney Central.

Walkability Car Dependent

Completely car dependent; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
109
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
308.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
564.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
212.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Lithgow →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ganbenang located? +

Ganbenang is a rural locality in the Lithgow LGA of New South Wales, situated west of the Blue Mountains on the Central Tablelands, approximately 25 km from Lithgow.

What is the nearest city to Ganbenang? +

Lithgow, approximately 20–25 km to the east, is the nearest town providing services. Sydney is about 145 km away via the Great Western Highway.

Is there public transport to Ganbenang? +

There is no public transport within Ganbenang itself. The nearest train station is Lithgow, which is on the NSW TrainLink Western Line to Sydney Central (approximately 2 hours).

What does the name Ganbenang mean? +

Ganbenang is an Aboriginal place name from the Wiradjuri language, reflecting the traditional custodianship of the Wiradjuri people over the Central West region of NSW.

Is Ganbenang a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ganbenang is part of the Lithgow 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.

What is the population of Ganbenang? +

Ganbenang had a population of 109 at the 2021 Census.