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Limekilns

NSW 2795 • New South Wales

115
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
67.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordable
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About Limekilns

Limekilns is a small rural locality in the Central West region of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres south of Bathurst within the Bathurst Regional Council area. Covering around 68 square kilometres of pastoral and agricultural land, the locality takes its name from the lime kilns that once operated here during the early colonial era, when limestone was quarried and processed for use in construction. With a population of just over 100 residents, Limekilns remains one of the quietest and most sparsely settled parts of the Bathurst district.

Life in Limekilns revolves around farming and the wide open landscapes of the Central Tablelands, with residents enjoying a deeply rural lifestyle far from urban pressures. The locality has a rich colonial heritage and is noted among local historians for its early settlement history, including a school that operated from 1858 to 1929. All day-to-day amenities—supermarkets, schools, hospitals and services—are accessed in Bathurst, which is roughly a 25-minute drive away, offering the benefits of a major regional city while retaining the quiet of the countryside.

Limekilns falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by the Bathurst Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2795
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bathurst
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.82°, 149.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
67.82 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2795

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2795, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,469
Median 2023–24
$59,577
▲ 20.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,914

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2795; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest station is Bathurst (~25 min drive), then ~2.5 hr to Central
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via the Great Western Highway and Mitchell Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
115
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
251.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 11.1%
Motor vehicle theft
184.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
549.6 / 100k
2yr Down 20.6% 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
251.5 / 100k
2yr Down 31.5% 10yr Down 11.4%
View all 62 offence types for Bathurst →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Limekilns NSW located? +

Limekilns is a small rural locality about 20 kilometres south of Bathurst in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Bathurst Regional Council area.

How did Limekilns get its name? +

The locality takes its name from lime kilns that operated in the area during the early colonial period, when limestone was quarried locally and processed into mortar for use in construction across the growing Bathurst district.

What is the population of Limekilns NSW? +

Limekilns has a very small population of around 115 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it one of the more sparsely settled localities in the Bathurst region.

Is there public transport in Limekilns? +

There is no public transport serving Limekilns. A private vehicle is essential; the nearest regional city with rail services is Bathurst, approximately 25 minutes by car.

Is Limekilns a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Limekilns is part of the Bathurst 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.

What is the population of Limekilns? +

Limekilns had a population of 115 at the 2021 Census.