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Kangiara

NSW 2582 • New South Wales

50
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
91.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRemote
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About Kangiara

Kangiara is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within the Yass Valley Council area, approximately 35 kilometres northeast of Goulburn and around 200 kilometres southwest of Sydney. Covering nearly 92 square kilometres of open grazing country, the locality had a population of just 50 people at the 2021 census. The landscape is characterised by gently rolling hills, native grasslands, and mixed farming properties typical of the Southern Tablelands. Kangiara falls within postcode 2582 and is part of the broader Goulburn–Mulwaree region.

Life in Kangiara centres on pastoral and mixed farming activities, with beef and sheep grazing dominating the local economy. The locality offers a true rural lifestyle with very limited local amenities, with residents relying on Goulburn for shopping, healthcare, schools, and other services. The Southern Tablelands environment offers scenic drives, birdwatching, and access to nearby reserves and creek corridors. The area is suited to those seeking a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle away from urban pressures, with reasonable road access to Goulburn via local roads.

Kangiara falls under postcode 2582 and is governed by the Yass Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2582
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yass Valley
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.86°, 148.80°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
91.68 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2582

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2582, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$55,921
Median 2023–24
$68,639
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$84,910

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2582; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn
35 km
Main South Line (NSW TrainLink)

Bus Services

  • No regular services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
Drive to Goulburn (~35 km); NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central ~2 hr
By Bus
No regular services from locality
By Car (Peak)
~2 hr 30 min via Hume Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Goulburn is the nearest major service centre (~35 km). Canberra is approximately 90 km south via Federal Highway.

Walkability Car Dependent

Kangiara is a remote rural locality with no walkable services. 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
50
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
62.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
96.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
73.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Yass Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kangiara known for? +

Kangiara is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within the Yass Valley Council area, approximately 35 kilometres northeast of Goulburn and around 200 kilometres southwest of Sydney.

How far is Kangiara from Sydney CBD? +

Kangiara is approximately 200 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~2 hr 30 min via Hume Highway during peak hour and ~2 hr 10 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately Drive to Goulburn (~35 km); NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central ~2 hr.

Does Kangiara have public transport? +

Kangiara is served by Goulburn station (35 km, approximately null walk) on the Main South Line (NSW TrainLink). Local bus services including No regular services also connect residents to N/A.

What is the population of Kangiara? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kangiara has a population of approximately 50 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Kangiara a good place to live? +

Kangiara suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Kangiara? +

The postcode for Kangiara in NSW is 2582.

Is Kangiara a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kangiara is part of the Yass Valley 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.