🔍

Springside

NSW 2800 • New South Wales

303
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
60.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralAffordable
Advertisement

About Springside

Springside is a rural locality situated to the south of Orange in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, falling within the Orange City Council local government area. Covering approximately 60 square kilometres of agricultural land, the locality had a population of 303 at the 2021 Census. The postcode 2800 is shared with Orange, and the median taxable income for the area sits around 0,000 per year, reflecting its working rural character.

The locality is primarily farming land, with pastoral and mixed-agricultural properties spread across undulating tablelands terrain at around 800–900 metres elevation. Residents travel into Orange city for schools, shopping, medical services, and the regional train connection to Sydney. Springside appeals to those seeking rural acreage close to a well-serviced regional city, with Orange offering a vibrant food and wine scene, quality schools, and the XPT rail link to Sydney.

Springside falls under postcode 2800 and is governed by the Cabonne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2800
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cabonne
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.23°, 149.12°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
60.27 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2800

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2800, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,457
Median 2023–24
$62,042
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,381

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2800; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Orange Station
8 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus service — Orange CBD (car required) ~10 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
258 km
By Train
Drive to Orange Station, then NSW TrainLink XPT to Central Station (~3h 30min)
By Car (Peak)
3h–3h 30min via Great Western Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 50–3h 10min

🛣️ Orange is the main regional hub; Mitchell Highway and Mid Western Highway accessible nearby

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Springside is a dispersed rural locality with no shops or services — all daily errands require travel into Orange by car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
303
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
93.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
158.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
122.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
57.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Cabonne →

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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Springside known for? +

Springside is a quiet rural farming locality south of Orange in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, known for its agricultural properties and pastoral landscapes.

How far is Springside from Sydney? +

Springside is approximately 258 kilometres west of Sydney, a roughly 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Great Western Highway through the Blue Mountains.

Does Springside have public transport? +

Springside has no local bus service. The nearest rail connection is Orange Station, approximately 8 kilometres away, which offers NSW TrainLink services to Sydney.

What is the population of Springside? +

According to the 2021 Census, Springside had a population of 303 residents spread across approximately 60 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Springside a good place to live? +

Springside is suited to those seeking a rural lifestyle with access to the regional amenities of Orange, including schools, hospitals, restaurants, and a growing wine and food scene. It is best suited to farming families or those seeking acreage properties.

What is the postcode for Springside? +

The postcode for Springside, NSW is 2800, which is shared with the City of Orange and surrounding rural localities.

Is Springside a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Springside is part of the Cabonne 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.