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Sheedys Gully

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

136
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralLithgowAffordableHeritageCommuter Belt
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About Sheedys Gully

Sheedys Gully is a small rural locality on the outskirts of Lithgow in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, falling within the Lithgow City Council area. With a population of 136 residents occupying a compact 1.62 square kilometres, it sits in the hinterland west of the Blue Mountains, in a landscape historically associated with coal mining, heavy industry, and the rugged ranges of the Great Dividing Range. The area lies within the federal electorate of Calare and the state electorate of Blue Mountains.

Sheedys Gully benefits from its proximity to Lithgow, approximately 3–5 kilometres to the north-west, which provides the full range of urban services including supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and regular train connections to Sydney. The surrounding area is steeped in industrial heritage — Lithgow was once a major steel and arms manufacturing centre — while the broader region also offers access to spectacular natural scenery, including the Blue Mountains National Park escarpments and the Wolgan Valley. The locality suits those seeking affordable housing close to Lithgow's amenities while enjoying a quieter, semi-rural setting.

Sheedys Gully 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
-33.50°, 150.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.62 km²
Population Density
84 /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

Lithgow Station
4 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • Local Lithgow Bus Service — Lithgow town centre Approx. 10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
148 km
By Train
Train from Lithgow Station (~4km) to Sydney Central – approx. 2 hr 30 min to 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Access via Great Western Highway over the Blue Mountains. Lithgow Station provides regular Blue Mountains Line trains to Sydney.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Sheedys Gully has no local retail; a short drive to Lithgow is needed for all errands, though the locality's proximity to town makes access straightforward

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
136
▲ 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 Sheedys Gully. 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 Sheedys Gully known for? +

Sheedys Gully is a small semi-rural locality on the edge of Lithgow in NSW's Central Tablelands. The broader Lithgow region is known for its industrial heritage — including historic steel works and the Small Arms Factory — as well as its proximity to the Blue Mountains and the stunning Wolgan Valley to the north.

How far is Sheedys Gully from Sydney? +

Sheedys Gully is approximately 148 kilometres west of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours via the Great Western Highway over the Blue Mountains. Regular train services from nearby Lithgow Station connect to Sydney Central in approximately 2.5 hours.

Does Sheedys Gully have public transport? +

Sheedys Gully itself has no bus stops, but the locality is approximately 4 kilometres from Lithgow Station on the Blue Mountains Line, providing regular train services to Sydney via Penrith and Parramatta. Local Lithgow bus services also operate in the broader area.

What is the population of Sheedys Gully? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sheedys Gully has a population of 136 residents across approximately 48 dwellings. It is a compact semi-rural locality of just 1.62 square kilometres on the outskirts of Lithgow.

Is Sheedys Gully a good place to live? +

Sheedys Gully suits those who want affordable living close to Lithgow's full range of services, with a quieter, semi-rural character. Its location near the Blue Mountains and Lithgow's train link to Sydney also make it an option for those willing to commute, though the journey is lengthy.

What is the postcode for Sheedys Gully? +

The postcode for Sheedys Gully, New South Wales is 2790, shared with Lithgow and surrounding localities in the Central Tablelands region.

Is Sheedys Gully a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sheedys Gully 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.