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Gurrundah

NSW 2581 • New South Wales

80
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
193.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPastoralRemotePeaceful
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About Gurrundah

Gurrundah is a sparsely populated rural locality on the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, within the Upper Lachlan Shire Council area. With a 2021 Census population of approximately 80 residents across 193 square kilometres, it sits on the elevated tablelands between Crookwell and Gunning, roughly 185 kilometres south-west of Sydney. The area is part of the upper catchment of the Wollondilly River and features rolling pastoral country typical of the Southern Tablelands.

The landscape is dominated by sheep and cattle grazing properties, alongside the prominent Gullen Range Wind Farm, one of New South Wales' largest wind energy installations with 73 turbines generating up to 165 megawatts. The nearest service town is Crookwell, approximately 22 kilometres to the north, while Goulburn lies about 46 kilometres to the south-east. With no schools, shops, or regular transport services within the locality, Gurrundah is a quiet farming community suited to those who value open pastoral landscapes and a self-sufficient rural lifestyle.

Gurrundah falls under postcode 2581 and is governed by the Upper Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2581
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.76°, 149.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
193.05 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2581

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2581 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$62,314
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,823

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2581; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transport for NSW bus service — Goulburn via Crookwell 28-40 min to Goulburn

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest rail at Goulburn on the Main Southern Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs - 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Crookwell-Gunning Road; Goulburn provides nearest rail connection to Sydney and Canberra

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; residents travel to Crookwell or Goulburn for all amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
80
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
101.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
112.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
225.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Upper Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gurrundah known for? +

Gurrundah is best known for the Gullen Range Wind Farm, one of the largest wind energy installations in New South Wales, with 73 turbines generating up to 165 megawatts. The area also has a long history of sheep and cattle grazing on the Southern Tablelands.

How far is Gurrundah from Canberra? +

Gurrundah is approximately 185 kilometres south-west of Sydney and roughly the same distance north of Canberra. The nearest regional city, Goulburn, is about 46 kilometres to the south-east, around a 40-minute drive.

Does Gurrundah have public transport? +

Gurrundah has very limited public transport. A Transport for NSW bus service connects the area to Goulburn via Crookwell, but services are infrequent. A private vehicle is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Gurrundah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gurrundah has a population of approximately 80 residents spread across 193 square kilometres, making it a very thinly settled pastoral locality on the Southern Tablelands.

Is Gurrundah a good place to live? +

Gurrundah offers a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle on the Southern Tablelands, suited to farming families and those who appreciate open pastoral landscapes. Residents travel to Crookwell or Goulburn for schools, shops, and services.

What is the postcode for Gurrundah? +

The postcode for Gurrundah, New South Wales is 2581, which it shares with Gunning and other localities in the Upper Lachlan Shire area.

Is Gurrundah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gurrundah is part of the Upper Lachlan 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.