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Pejar

NSW 2583 • New South Wales

67
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
65.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Pejar

Pejar is a small rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, covering approximately 65 square kilometres of undulating sheep and cattle country north-east of Goulburn. The locality is associated with postcode 2583 serving the Goulburn area, and lies within a productive pastoral district characterised by open farmland, granite outcrops, and seasonal waterways draining toward the Wollondilly River system. With a population of around 67 residents, Pejar is a quiet agricultural community in the heart of the Tablelands' grazing country.

The city of Goulburn, approximately 25 to 35 kilometres to the south-west, serves as the main regional centre for Pejar residents, offering schools, hospitals, supermarkets, and good road and rail connections to Sydney and Canberra. The broader Southern Tablelands is a region noted for its historic pastoral heritage, cool-climate agriculture, and open tableland scenery. Pejar Dam, a water supply reservoir for Goulburn, is located within or adjacent to the locality and adds a scenic lake element to the area. The locality suits those engaged in farming or seeking a rural residential lifestyle within reach of Goulburn.

Pejar falls under postcode 2583 and is governed by the Upper Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2583
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.53°, 149.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
65.19 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2583

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2583, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,999
Median 2023–24
$46,265
▲ 15.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,389

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2583; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn
30 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Goulburn N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Goulburn station, then approx. 2 hr by NSW TrainLink
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Hume Highway provides excellent connection to Sydney; Canberra is also accessible (approx. 100km south)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local services; all daily needs require a car trip to Goulburn

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
67
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
101.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
112.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
225.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Upper Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pejar known for? +

Pejar is a quiet pastoral locality in the NSW Southern Tablelands, known for its sheep and cattle farming and the nearby Pejar Dam, which serves as a water supply reservoir for Goulburn.

How far is Pejar from Goulburn? +

Pejar is approximately 25-35 kilometres north-east of Goulburn, the main regional city for the Southern Tablelands, about a 25-35 minute drive.

Does Pejar have public transport? +

Pejar has no public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles for all travel, with Goulburn providing the nearest rail connections to Sydney and Canberra.

What is the population of Pejar? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 67 residents in Pejar, reflecting its status as a small, sparsely settled rural locality in the Southern Tablelands.

Is Pejar a good place to live? +

Pejar suits those who value a quiet farming lifestyle in the NSW Southern Tablelands, with the regional city of Goulburn offering full services and both Sydney and Canberra within a 2-hour drive.

What is the postcode for Pejar? +

The postcode for Pejar, NSW is 2583.

Is Pejar a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pejar is part of the Upper Lachlan 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.