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Grahamstown

NSW 2729 • New South Wales

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
33.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulHinterland
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About Grahamstown

Grahamstown is a small rural locality within the Snowy Valleys Council area of southern New South Wales, situated in the South West Slopes region near Adelong. Covering approximately 34 square kilometres of undulating farming land, the locality falls within the broader Tumut district and shares postcode 2729 with Adelong and surrounding localities. With a population of just 72 residents, Grahamstown is a quiet agricultural community characterised by grazing properties and small farms typical of the foothills of the Great Dividing Range.

The Snowy Valleys region is renowned for its apple and cherry orchards, forestry operations, and proximity to the Snowy Mountains and Kosciuszko National Park. Residents of Grahamstown access services in nearby Adelong, a historic gold rush town with a pub, school, and local businesses, and the larger regional centre of Tumut, approximately 30 kilometres north, which offers a full range of shops, medical services, and schools. The landscape around Grahamstown features rolling green hills, river valleys, and proximity to state forests, making it a scenic and peaceful place to call home for farming families.

Grahamstown falls under postcode 2729 and is governed by the Snowy Valleys 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
2729
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Snowy Valleys
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.23°, 147.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
33.84 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2729

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2729 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$52,033
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,727

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2729; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services — Cootamundra / Sydney (via Tumut) Approx. 4-5 hrs to Sydney by coach

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
420 km
By Train
No direct train; NSW TrainLink coach from Tumut connects to rail network
By Car (Peak)
Not applicable (long-distance rural location)
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4.5 hrs to Sydney via Hume Highway and Adelong

🛣️ Tumut is the main service hub at approx. 30 km; Canberra is accessible in approx. 2.5 hrs via Snowy Mountains Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local services or footpaths; private vehicle required for all daily needs with Adelong and Tumut as the nearest towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    Adelong Public School ICSEA 929
    6946 2053 ADELONG PUBLIC SCHOOL 50 GILMORE STREET
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
200.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 11.5%
Motor vehicle theft
173.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
367.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
347.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.0%
View all 62 offence types for Snowy Valleys →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grahamstown known for? +

Grahamstown is known as a quiet farming locality in the Snowy Valleys region of southern NSW, set amid the rolling foothills and farm country near Adelong. The broader Snowy Valleys area is celebrated for its orchards, forestry, and proximity to the Snowy Mountains and Kosciuszko National Park.

How far is Grahamstown from Tumut? +

Grahamstown is approximately 30 kilometres from Tumut, the nearest major service town in the Snowy Valleys region. The drive takes around 25-30 minutes on regional roads.

Does Grahamstown have public transport? +

There is no local public transport serving Grahamstown. NSW TrainLink coach services operate from nearby Tumut, connecting to the rail network at Cootamundra. A private vehicle is essential for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Grahamstown? +

According to the 2021 Census, Grahamstown has a population of 72 residents. The locality covers approximately 34 square kilometres of rural land in the Snowy Valleys Council area.

Is Grahamstown a good place to live? +

Grahamstown suits farming families and those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle in the scenic South West Slopes. Residents enjoy access to the Snowy Valleys' natural attractions and the community spirit of nearby Adelong and Tumut, while living in a peaceful, unhurried agricultural setting.

What is the postcode for Grahamstown? +

The postcode for Grahamstown, NSW is 2729, which it shares with Adelong and surrounding localities in the Snowy Valleys Council area.

Is Grahamstown a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Grahamstown is part of the Snowy Valleys 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.