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Rydal

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

163
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
61.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricPeacefulBushland
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About Rydal

Rydal is a small historic village in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, located approximately 154 kilometres west of Sydney and 22 kilometres west of Lithgow, set in a quiet rural valley near the Great Western Highway. The village falls within the Lithgow City Council local government area and covers around 61 square kilometres of pastoral and bushland country. With a population of approximately 163 residents, Rydal retains the character of a 19th-century farming village surrounded by rolling hills and open farmland.

One of Rydal's notable features is its railway station on the Main Western Railway, which provides daily NSW TrainLink services connecting the village to Sydney and Bathurst. Lake Lyell, a popular destination for camping, boating, and water sports, lies nearby, and the area is a staging point for sections of the Bicentennial National Trail. The village has a small showground and community hall, and appeals to those seeking a quiet rural retreat within reach of the Blue Mountains and the comforts of Lithgow, 20 minutes to the east.

Rydal falls under postcode 2790 and is governed by the Lithgow Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

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

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2790

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2790, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,778
Median 2023–24
$54,836
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,148

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2790; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rydal Station
0.5 km
5 min

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
154 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Rydal Station; approximately 2.5–3 hours to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hours to Sydney CBD via Great Western Highway/M7
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75–2 hours to Sydney CBD

🛣️ Train access is a standout feature; Bathurst is 45 min west, Lithgow is 20 min east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small village with very limited local services — residents drive to Lithgow for most shopping and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
163
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
308.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
564.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
212.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Lithgow →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rydal known for? +

Rydal is known as a quiet historic village in the Central Tablelands with its own train station on the Main Western Railway. The area is also popular with visitors for its proximity to Lake Lyell and as a base for the Bicentennial National Trail.

How far is Rydal from Sydney? +

Rydal is approximately 154 kilometres west of Sydney, making it roughly a 2–2.5 hour drive via the Great Western Highway. By train it takes approximately 2.5–3 hours from Sydney Central Station.

Does Rydal have public transport? +

Yes — Rydal has its own railway station on the Main Western Line, with daily NSW TrainLink services running between Sydney, Bathurst, Orange, and Dubbo. This is one of the village's most convenient features for residents.

What is the population of Rydal? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rydal has a population of approximately 163 residents, making it a very small rural village in the Lithgow City Council area.

Is Rydal a good place to live? +

Rydal is ideal for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with the rare convenience of a local train station. Its proximity to Lithgow (20 min) and the Blue Mountains region makes it practical, though most daily services require a short drive to Lithgow.

What is the postcode for Rydal? +

The postcode for Rydal is 2790, which it shares with Lithgow and other surrounding localities in the Lithgow City Council area.

Is Rydal a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rydal is part of the Lithgow 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.