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Uranquinty

NSW 2652 • New South Wales

910
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
132.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAgriculturalCommuter Belt
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About Uranquinty

Uranquinty is a small town located approximately 15 kilometres south of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area. With a population of around 910 residents, the town — affectionately known locally as 'Quinty' — sits in the rolling pastoral country of southern New South Wales, some 391 kilometres south-west of Sydney. The town has a proud history connected to the construction of the Wagga Wagga to Albury railway line, when Uranquinty served as a key railway village for workers building the line.

Uranquinty is home to one of Australia's long-running folk festivals, held annually on the October long weekend, which draws visitors from across the region and beyond. The town retains a genuine country character with its historic hotel, agricultural surroundings, and tight-knit community. Day-to-day amenities are accessed in nearby Wagga Wagga, which offers a full range of services, hospitals, shopping centres, and the regional Charles Sturt University campus. For those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within easy reach of a major regional centre, Uranquinty offers an affordable and community-oriented alternative.

Uranquinty falls under postcode 2652 and is governed by the Wagga Wagga Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2652
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.41°, 147.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
132.40 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Uranquinty for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$570K
22 sales · ▲ 4.1% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2652

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2652 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,414
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,570

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2652; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
15 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited rural bus services — Wagga Wagga 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
391 km
By Train
Drive to Wagga Wagga Station (~15km), then NSW TrainLink Riverina service (~5 hrs to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hrs

🛣️ Olympic Highway connects north to Wagga Wagga; Hume Highway is the main route to Sydney and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Uranquinty is a small rural town with very limited local amenities; a car is essential for most daily needs with Wagga Wagga providing the nearest full services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
910
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Motor vehicle theft
239.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
645.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
10.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
559.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Wagga Wagga →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uranquinty known for? +

Uranquinty, known locally as 'Quinty', is known for its historic connection to the Wagga Wagga–Albury railway construction and its annual folk festival held on the October long weekend, one of the longer-running community festivals in the Riverina region.

How far is Uranquinty from Wagga Wagga? +

Uranquinty is approximately 15 kilometres south of Wagga Wagga, roughly a 15–20 minute drive via the Olympic Highway.

Does Uranquinty have public transport? +

Uranquinty has very limited public transport. There is no train station in town; Wagga Wagga Station is the nearest at approximately 15 kilometres. A car is the practical means of transport for most residents.

What is the population of Uranquinty? +

Uranquinty has a population of approximately 910 residents, making it a small but established rural community in the City of Wagga Wagga local government area.

Is Uranquinty a good place to live? +

Uranquinty suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable housing and a genuine country community feel. With Wagga Wagga just 15 kilometres away, residents have easy access to all major services while enjoying the peace of a small town.

What is the postcode for Uranquinty? +

The postcode for Uranquinty, New South Wales is 2652.

What is the median house price in Uranquinty? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $569,500, up 4.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Uranquinty a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Uranquinty is part of the Wagga Wagga 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.