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Tarana

NSW 2787 • New South Wales

187
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
139.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietCommuter Belt
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About Tarana

Tarana is a small rural locality in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 180 kilometres west of Sydney and about 25 kilometres north of the town of Oberon, within the Mid-Western Regional Council area. With a population of 187 residents across around 69 dwellings spread over 139 square kilometres, it is a lightly settled pastoral community in a charming valley setting. The locality sits on the historic Main Western Railway line, and the Tarana railway station — one of the oldest in the region, opened in 1872 — remains a significant heritage landmark.

Tarana is closely connected to the Oberon Tarana Heritage Railway project, a volunteer-run initiative restoring the former Oberon branch line that once linked the locality to the nearby town of Oberon. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open grazing country, scattered timber and wool properties, and the cool climate typical of the Central Tablelands plateau. Oberon township provides the nearest access to schools, medical services, and shops, while Bathurst — about 35 kilometres to the north-west — offers a broader range of urban services.

Tarana falls under postcode 2787 and is governed by the Oberon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2787
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Oberon
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.06°, 150.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
139.57 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2787

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2787, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,707
Median 2023–24
$56,816
▲ 24.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,147

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2787; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tarana (heritage/freight only)
0.5 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Oberon / Bathurst 30 min to Oberon, 40 min to Bathurst

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
No regular passenger service at Tarana; drive to Lithgow (~60km) for train to Sydney (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Great Western Highway through Lithgow and the Blue Mountains

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local amenities; Oberon township 25km south is the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
187
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
71.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
71.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
232 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
17.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
35.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Oberon →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tarana known for? +

Tarana is known for its historic railway station, one of the earliest on the Main Western Line (opened 1872), and its connection to the Oberon Tarana Heritage Railway — a volunteer project restoring the former Oberon branch line. The locality sits in a scenic valley in the Central Tablelands.

How far is Tarana from Sydney? +

Tarana is approximately 180 kilometres west of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes via the Great Western Highway through the Blue Mountains.

Does Tarana have public transport? +

While Tarana has a railway station on the Main Western Line, no regular passenger trains stop there. NSW TrainLink coach services provide limited connections to Oberon and Bathurst, and a car is the most practical option for daily travel.

What is the population of Tarana? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tarana has a population of 187 residents across approximately 69 dwellings, spread over a large rural area of nearly 140 square kilometres in the Central Tablelands.

Is Tarana a good place to live? +

Tarana suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in the beautiful Central Tablelands, with a strong historical character and access to the Oberon and Bathurst regions. It is best suited to those working locally or who value the remote pastoral setting.

What is the postcode for Tarana? +

The postcode for Tarana is 2787, shared with Oberon and several other localities in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales.

Is Tarana a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tarana is part of the Oberon 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.