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Sodwalls

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

94
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
92.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric

About Sodwalls

Sodwalls is a small hamlet in the City of Lithgow local government area, nestled in the Blue Mountains highlands of New South Wales at an elevation of approximately 925 metres. Located about 16 kilometres west of Lithgow and 45 kilometres east of Bathurst, it sits along the Great Western Highway corridor in a cool upland landscape. With a population of around 94 residents, Sodwalls is one of the quietest communities in the Central Tablelands.

The surrounding countryside consists of grazing land and native bush typical of the tablelands region, with cold winters and crisp summers characteristic of the altitude. Lithgow provides the nearest access to full services including schools, supermarkets, and medical care, while Bathurst offers a larger regional centre to the west. Sodwalls has a peaceful, off-the-beaten-track character that appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of regional centres.

Sodwalls falls under postcode 2790 and is governed by City of Lithgow Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lithgow Station
16 km
N/A — drive required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Via Lithgow station (~16 km); T1 Western Line to Central approx. 2 hrs 30 min
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2 hrs via Great Western Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Great Western Highway passes through the locality; Lithgow is the nearest railway town

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small hamlet; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
94
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What LGA is Sodwalls in? +

Sodwalls is part of the City of Lithgow local government area in New South Wales.

How far is Sodwalls from Lithgow? +

Sodwalls is approximately 16 kilometres west of Lithgow, the nearest town with full services and a railway station on the T1 Western Line.

What is the elevation of Sodwalls? +

Sodwalls sits at approximately 925 metres above sea level in the Central Tablelands, making for cool winters and mild summers.

Is there public transport in Sodwalls? +

Sodwalls has no local public transport. The nearest station is Lithgow (~16 km), with frequent trains to Sydney on the T1 Western Line.

What is the population of Sodwalls? +

Sodwalls had a population of 94 at the 2021 Census.