Warraderry
NSW 2810 • New South Wales
About Warraderry
Warraderry is a large rural locality in the Central West region of New South Wales, covering over 323 square kilometres of rolling farmland in the Weddin Shire area near Grenfell. The population is approximately 89 residents as of the 2021 census, spread across an expansive grazing and cropping landscape. The locality sits within the federal electorate of Riverina and the state electorate of Orange, reflecting its position in the productive agricultural heartland of central-western NSW. The name Warraderry is of Aboriginal origin, associated with the local creek of the same name.
The area's economy revolves around sheep and cattle grazing along with cereal cropping, with properties often running into the thousands of hectares. The nearest service town is Grenfell, approximately 15–25 kilometres to the north, which offers schooling, healthcare, and retail amenities. Warraderry Creek itself provides recreational opportunities such as fishing and relaxing bush walks for locals. The region is known for its rich pioneering history and strong rural community spirit centred around the Grenfell area.
Warraderry falls under postcode 2810 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- School bus service — Grenfell Approx 20–30 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Warraderry is a remote rural locality. Grenfell (~20 km) is the nearest town with basic services. Cowra (~60 km) has a train station on the regional network.
Highly car-dependent rural locality with vast distances between properties. No public transport or pedestrian infrastructure.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Caragabal Public School ICSEA 986Marsden & Wheoga Sts
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Grenfell Public School ICSEA 9656343 2122 30-42 Melyra St
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24 Weddin Street
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The Henry Lawson High School ICSEA 9466343 1390 49 South Street