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Lidsdale

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

471
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
78.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietSemi-Rural

About Lidsdale

Lidsdale is a small rural locality in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, situated approximately 27 kilometres east of Lithgow and around 100 kilometres west of Sydney CBD. Falling within the Lithgow City Council local government area and the Blue Mountains state electorate, Lidsdale covers nearly 79 square kilometres of bushland and grazing country on the western slopes of the Great Dividing Range. With a population of 471, the locality offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle in one of NSW's most scenic inland regions.

The area is within easy reach of Lithgow, which provides supermarkets, schools, medical services, and employment opportunities, including the nearby Wallerawang and Mount Piper power infrastructure areas. The Blue Mountains National Park and its famous walking trails, waterfalls, and lookouts are accessible to the east, while the Jenolan Caves — one of Australia's most visited natural attractions — are within an hour's drive. Lidsdale suits those seeking open space and natural surroundings within a reasonable distance of both Lithgow services and the Sydney basin.

Lidsdale falls under postcode 2790 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wallerawang
8 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Lithgow Approx. 25-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
Drive to Wallerawang or Lithgow station; Blue Mountains Line to Sydney Central approx. 2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Great Western Highway (A32) is the main route to Sydney; Bells Line of Road provides an alternative scenic route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lidsdale is a scattered rural locality with no local services; residents drive to Lithgow or Wallerawang for all daily needs

🛒 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 Lidsdale by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Lidsdale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
471
▲ 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 Lidsdale known for? +

Lidsdale is known as a quiet rural locality on the western fringe of the Blue Mountains, offering bush and grazing country close to Lithgow and within reach of the scenic attractions of the Blue Mountains National Park and Jenolan Caves.

How far is Lidsdale from Sydney CBD? +

Lidsdale is approximately 100 kilometres west of Sydney CBD, making it around a 1 hour 30 minute to 2 hour drive via the Great Western Highway through the Blue Mountains.

Does Lidsdale have public transport? +

Lidsdale has no local bus services. The nearest train station is Wallerawang (approximately 8 km away), which provides Blue Mountains Line services to Sydney Central and Lithgow. A car is essential for local travel.

What is the population of Lidsdale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lidsdale has a population of 471 residents across approximately 155 dwellings, making it a small and scattered rural community in the Lithgow City Council area.

Is Lidsdale a good place to live? +

Lidsdale appeals to those seeking open, semi-rural land close to the natural attractions of the Blue Mountains and within reasonable driving distance of Lithgow's services and Sydney's western suburbs. It suits buyers looking for space, bushland character, and a quieter pace of life.

What is the postcode for Lidsdale? +

The postcode for Lidsdale is 2790, shared with Lithgow and a number of surrounding localities in the Lithgow City Council area.