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Oaklands

NSW 2646 • New South Wales

304
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
596.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableCommunity

About Oaklands

Oaklands is a small town in the Riverina district of southern New South Wales, situated within the Federation Council local government area, approximately 615 kilometres south-west of Sydney and 105 kilometres north-west of Albury. The town sits in an open farming landscape at an elevation of 128 metres, surrounded by dryland wheat and sheep country typical of the southern Riverina. With a population of 304 at the 2021 Census, Oaklands is a tight-knit rural community that serves as a local centre for the surrounding pastoral district.

Despite its small size, Oaklands offers a solid range of community services including a pub, bowling club, swimming pool, kindergarten-to-Year-12 school, and a day-care centre. The town's compact main street on Milthorpe Street reflects its pastoral heritage and provides genuine outback character. Residents rely on Corowa (61 kilometres to the south-east) and Albury (105 kilometres away) for larger retail, hospital, and professional services. Oaklands suits those who value a strong community spirit, wide open spaces, and the slower pace of life that defines small-town Riverina.

Oaklands falls under postcode 2646 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2646
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.76°, 146.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
596.43 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Corowa / Albury approx. 1h - 1h 30min to Albury

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
615 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest station is Albury (105km away) with NSW TrainLink to Sydney (approx. 5h 45min)
By Car (Peak)
6h - 7h
By Car (Off-Peak)
5h 30min - 6h

🛣️ Albury is the practical regional hub for transport, health, and major retail; car is essential for all daily needs

Walkability Car-Dependent

Oaklands has a small main street with basic services, but most errands and all major shopping require a car to reach Corowa or Albury

🛒 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 Oaklands by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Oaklands Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
304
▲ 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 Oaklands known for? +

Oaklands is known as a small, self-sufficient pastoral town in the southern Riverina, with a strong community spirit and services including a pub, bowling club, swimming pool, and a kindergarten-to-Year-12 school. It sits in classic dryland wheat and sheep country.

How far is Oaklands from Albury? +

Oaklands is approximately 105 kilometres north-west of Albury, the nearest large regional city, which is about a 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minute drive.

Does Oaklands have public transport? +

Oaklands has very limited public transport. The nearest rail services are in Albury (105km away), which has NSW TrainLink services to Sydney. Residents are almost entirely dependent on private vehicles for travel.

What is the population of Oaklands? +

Oaklands had a population of 304 at the 2021 Census, making it a very small rural town. The Federation Council local government area encompasses the town and the extensive surrounding pastoral district.

Is Oaklands a good place to live? +

Oaklands is a good fit for those who value rural community life, space, and affordability. With its own school, pub, bowling club, and pool, it punches above its weight for a town of its size, though major services require a drive to Corowa or Albury.

What is the postcode for Oaklands? +

The postcode for Oaklands, New South Wales is 2646.