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Robertson

NSW 2577 • Rest of NSW

2,017
Population (2021)
$90,272
Median Household Income
89.53 km²
Area
$443/wk
Median Rent
RuralHistoricSouthern HighlandsAgriculturalArts & Culture

About Robertson

Robertson is a small rural town in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated at the top of Macquarie Pass approximately 128 kilometres south of Sydney and 26 kilometres west of Kiama. Sitting at roughly 650 metres elevation on a fertile basalt plateau, the town had a population of around 1,865 at the 2016 census and enjoys a cool, misty climate year-round. Robertson is renowned for its rich dairy farming heritage, green rolling paddocks, and the iconic Robertson Pie Shop. The town falls within Kiama Municipality.

Robertson boasts a strong arts and agricultural community, with heritage buildings, galleries, and a charming village character that attracts both residents and weekend visitors from Sydney and Wollongong. The town is a popular stop on the Southern Highlands tourist loop, drawing visitors for scenic countryside, antique shops, and access to Barrengarry Nature Reserve. The National Trust-listed Robertson Heritage Railway Station—now an art gallery—reflects its historical significance. Residents rely heavily on private vehicles, with NSW TrainLink bus services providing connections to Wollongong and the Southern Highlands rail network.

Robertson falls under postcode 2577 and is governed by Wingecarribee Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2577
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.63°, 150.61°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
89.53 km²
Elevation
596m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Robertson for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.07M
47 sales · ▼ 6.5% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$443
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
47 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moss Vale Station
22 km
Main South Line (Southern Highlands)
Bowral Station
26 km
Main South Line (Southern Highlands)
Albion Park Rail Station
28 km
South Coast Line

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Wollongong via Illawarra Highway & Macquarie Pass ~1h 10 min
  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Moss Vale & Goulburn via Southern Highlands ~30 min to Moss Vale

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
128 km
By Train
~2h 30 min (drive to Moss Vale then Southern Highlands intercity train)
By Bus
~3h+ via TrainLink coach connections
By Car (Peak)
~1h 45 min – 2h via Hume Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1h 30 min

🛣️ Robertson's historic railway station no longer accepts passengers. Residents drive to Moss Vale or Bowral to access the Southern Highlands intercity train line to Sydney.

Walkability Car Dependent

Robertson is a small rural town where private vehicles are essential. The compact village centre is walkable locally, but all regional destinations, services, and transport hubs require driving.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Robertson, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Wingecarribee Swamp
Illawarra Highway, Robertson • SHR #00784
Mount Murray Railway Station group
Moss Vale-Unanderra railway Mount Murray • SHR #01202

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.1%
Motor vehicle theft
54.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
257.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.3%
View all 62 offence types for Wingecarribee →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,865
Census 2021
2,017
▲ 8.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$34,528
Personal Income 2021
$41,912
▲ 21.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$41,912 / yr
$806/wk
Household
$90,272 / yr
$1736/wk
Family
$111,020 / yr
$2135/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,572
Born Overseas 316

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 114
  • 2. New Zealand 30
  • 3. South Africa 17
  • 4. Germany 16
  • 5. Scotland 16
  • 6. United States 13
  • 7. Ireland 11
  • 8. Italy 9
  • 9. Netherlands 9
  • 10. Canada 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 882
Australian 845
Irish 303
Scottish 256
German 94
Italian 51
Australian Aboriginal 48
Dutch 39
Croatian 20
Polish 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,174
Both parents born in Australia
405
Both parents born overseas
315
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.5%
No Religion
38.2%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
107 (5.3%)
5-14 years
262 (13.0%)
15-19 years
135 (6.7%)
20-24 years
60 (3.0%)
25-34 years
178 (8.8%)
35-44 years
200 (9.9%)
45-54 years
315 (15.6%)
55-64 years
312 (15.5%)
65-74 years
310 (15.4%)
75-84 years
119 (5.9%)
85+ years
26 (1.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Robertson known for? +

Robertson is a small rural town in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated at the top of Macquarie Pass approximately 128 kilometres south of Sydney and 26 kilometres west of Kiama.

How far is Robertson from Sydney CBD? +

Robertson is approximately 128 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~1h 45 min – 2h via Hume Hwy during peak hour and ~1h 30 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately ~2h 30 min (drive to Moss Vale then Southern Highlands intercity train).

Does Robertson have public transport? +

Robertson is served by Moss Vale Station station (22 km, approximately null walk) on the Main South Line (Southern Highlands). Local bus services including NSW TrainLink Coach also connect residents to Wollongong via Illawarra Highway & Macquarie Pass.

What is the population of Robertson? +

According to the 2021 Census, Robertson has a population of approximately 2,017 residents.

Is Robertson a good place to live? +

Robertson offers a unique blend of historic character and residential living. It suits those who appreciate heritage surroundings and a close-knit community, while remaining connected to regional services.

What is the postcode for Robertson? +

The postcode for Robertson in NSW is 2577.

What is the average income in Robertson? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Robertson is about $806 per week (around $41,900 per year). The median household income is $1,736 per week and the median family income is $2,135 per week.

What is the median house price in Robertson? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,075,000, down 6.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Robertson? +

The median age in Robertson is 47. The largest age group is 45–54 (315 residents, around 16%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Robertson a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Robertson is part of the Wingecarribee 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.

How much is rent in Robertson? +

In Robertson, the median weekly rent is $443, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).