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Wandsworth

NSW 2365 • New South Wales

107
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
341.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteQuietAffordableHeritage
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About Wandsworth

Wandsworth is a sparsely populated rural locality on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, approximately 63 kilometres north of Armidale and 54 kilometres south of Glen Innes. Covering a vast 341.75 square kilometres within the Armidale Regional Council area, it recorded a population of just 107 at the 2021 Census. The locality sits at around 1,100 metres elevation in the New England region, with a postcode median taxable income of $43,384.

Named after Wandsworth in London, the locality was first used as a squatting run in the Pastoral District of New England, and its post office operated from 1870 to 1968. Today Wandsworth is characterised by open grazing country, eucalypt woodland, and Limestone Creek, attracting those who value rural solitude and the cool-climate New England landscape. Nearby Ben Lomond and Guyra provide basic services, while Armidale offers regional shopping, hospital facilities, and the University of New England.

Wandsworth falls under postcode 2365 and is governed by the Armidale Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2365
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Armidale
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.12°, 151.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
341.75 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2365

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2365, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,350
Median 2023–24
$43,384
▲ 38.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$47,355

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2365; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Armidale / Glen Innes 45–60 min to Armidale

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
490 km
By Train
No direct service; coach to Armidale then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~7–8 hours total)
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hours

🛣️ New England Highway provides the main road link south; Armidale is the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
107
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
843.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
337.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.3%
Non-DV assault
684.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
13.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
448.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.7%
View all 62 offence types for Armidale →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wandsworth known for? +

Wandsworth is known as a quiet rural locality on the Northern Tablelands, historically a pastoral squatting run named after its London counterpart. It offers wide-open grazing country and eucalypt woodland at around 1,100 metres elevation.

How far is Wandsworth from Armidale? +

Wandsworth is approximately 63 kilometres north of Armidale, about a 45-minute drive. Glen Innes is roughly 54 kilometres to the north.

Does Wandsworth have public transport? +

Wandsworth has no public transport services. The nearest rail station is in Armidale on the Main Northern line, about 63 kilometres away. A car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Wandsworth? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wandsworth has a population of 107 people spread across 341.75 square kilometres, reflecting its very low-density rural character.

Is Wandsworth a good place to live? +

Wandsworth suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle on the New England Tablelands with cool-climate scenery and pastoral character. Basic services are available in nearby Guyra and Ben Lomond, with full regional services in Armidale.

What is the postcode for Wandsworth? +

The postcode for Wandsworth is 2365, shared with Guyra, Ben Lomond, and other Northern Tablelands localities.

Is Wandsworth a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wandsworth is part of the Armidale 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.