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High Range

NSW 2575 • New South Wales

497
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
282.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSouthern HighlandsPeacefulSemi-RuralCommuter Belt

About High Range

High Range is a rural locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated approximately 90 kilometres south-west of Sydney within the Wollondilly Shire local government area. With a population of around 497 residents, the area encompasses broad farming properties and open woodland across the highland escarpment fringe, where the highlands plateau transitions toward the Illawarra escarpment and the coastal region. The median household income of approximately $46,600 reflects a modest rural community of small farmers, lifestyle property owners, and local workers.

High Range sits within easy reach of the Southern Highlands' celebrated heritage towns — Mittagong, Moss Vale, and Bowral — renowned for their cool-climate character, antique dealers, boutique dining, and popular weekend markets. The Hume Highway provides ready access northward to Sydney and southward toward Goulburn and Canberra, while NSW TrainLink intercity services running through Mittagong and Bowral offer a public transport option for those commuting to Sydney. The rural surroundings, highland air, and proximity to the Southern Highlands' lifestyle amenity make High Range appealing to those seeking a quiet semi-rural property lifestyle while remaining within reasonable reach of Sydney.

High Range falls under postcode 2575 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2575
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.35°, 150.34°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
282.83 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mittagong
15 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Mittagong / Moss Vale Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Drive to Mittagong then NSW TrainLink to Central (~90 min)
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-95 min

🛣️ Hume Highway (M31) provides direct road access to Sydney; Mittagong station is the most practical rail option

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; there are no local shops or services within the rural locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in High Range by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View High Range Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "High Range" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
497
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is High Range known for? +

High Range is a quiet rural locality in the Southern Highlands known for its open highland scenery and farming properties. It is close to the celebrated towns of Mittagong, Moss Vale, and Bowral, which draw visitors for heritage character, cool-climate gardens, and boutique dining.

How far is High Range from Sydney? +

High Range is approximately 90 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD, typically an 80–110 minute drive via the Hume Highway (M31).

Does High Range have public transport? +

High Range itself has no bus or rail services; a car is essential. The nearest train station is Mittagong, approximately 15 kilometres away, served by NSW TrainLink intercity services to Sydney Central.

What is the population of High Range? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 497 residents in High Range, spread across a relatively large rural area of about 283 square kilometres in the Southern Highlands.

Is High Range a good place to live? +

High Range suits those seeking a rural or lifestyle property in the Southern Highlands with access to the region's towns and services. It offers highland air, space, and quiet, with Sydney commutable — albeit a significant drive — for those who need city access.

What is the postcode for High Range? +

The postcode for High Range, NSW is 2575.