What is Welby known for?

Welby is known as a quiet residential locality in NSW's Southern Highlands, valued for its semi-rural character, cool climate, and close proximity to Mittagong's shops, schools, and railway station. It sits within one of NSW's most popular tree-change destinations.

How far is Welby from Sydney CBD?

Welby is approximately 100 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, making it around a 1 hour 10 minute to 2 hour drive depending on traffic, or roughly 1 hour 30 minutes by train from Mittagong Station.

Does Welby have public transport?

Welby is within easy walking distance of Mittagong railway station (approximately 1 km), which is served by Transport for NSW InterCity trains on the Main South Line with regular services to Sydney Central. Local bus services also connect to nearby Bowral and Moss Vale.

What is the population of Welby?

According to the 2021 Census, Welby has a population of approximately 764 residents, with a roughly even split between males and females, consistent with a small, established suburban community.

Is Welby a good place to live?

Welby offers a peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle in the Southern Highlands with the practical benefit of walkable access to Mittagong's town centre and train services to Sydney. It suits families, retirees, and tree-changers looking for a quieter life within reach of the city.

What is the postcode for Welby?

The postcode for Welby, New South Wales is 2575.

What is the median house price in Welby?

As of 2025, the median house price is $934,000, up 17.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Welby

NSW 2575 • New South Wales

764

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

1.90 km²

Area

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Median Rent

Family-FriendlyLeafySemi-RuralCommuter BeltPeaceful

About Welby

Welby is a small residential locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated approximately 100 kilometres south-west of Sydney and adjoining the township of Mittagong within the Wingecarribee Shire Council area. The locality spans just under 2 square kilometres and is home to around 764 residents, offering a tranquil semi-rural setting on the escarpment fringe. With a median household income of approximately $46,600, Welby attracts a mix of long-term locals and tree-changers drawn to the cooler climate and relaxed pace of Southern Highlands living.

Welby sits immediately beside Mittagong, giving residents walkable access to the town's shops, cafes, and services, as well as Mittagong railway station on the Main South Line, which provides train services to Sydney's Central Station. The broader Southern Highlands region is celebrated for its cool-climate lifestyle, heritage architecture, boutique shopping, and popular weekend getaways from Sydney. Residents also benefit from easy access to Fitzroy Falls, Morton National Park, and the spectacular escarpment bushland that defines the Southern Highlands' natural character. The locality's compact size and proximity to Mittagong's amenities make it a practical and appealing base in one of New South Wales' most sought-after regional areas.

Welby falls under postcode 2575 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollondilly electorate.

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📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2575

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Whitlam

State Electorate

Wollondilly

Type

Locality

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-34.35°, 150.34°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

1.90 km²

Elevation

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$934K

17 sales · ▲ 17.9% 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mittagong

1 km

12 min

Bus Services

Transport for NSW regional bus services — Bowral, Moss Vale, and Mittagong 5-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance

100 km

By Train

Approx. 1 hr 30 min from Mittagong Station to Sydney Central via Main South Line

By Car (Peak)

1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs

By Car (Off-Peak)

1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 25 min

🛣️ Convenient access to the Hume Highway. Mittagong Station is walkable and provides regular InterCity train services to Sydney.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Proximity to Mittagong town centre means some errands can be done on foot, though a car is practical for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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Alpine Public School

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GovernmentPrimaryCoed
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Colo Vale Public School ICSEA 952

4889 4250 Wattle St

GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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Hill Top Public School ICSEA 935

4889 8227 Linda St

GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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Frensham

2575 FRENSHAM JUNIOR SCHOOL Old Bowral Road

IndependentSecondaryGirlsNon-Denominational
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Gib Gate

Old Bowral Road

IndependentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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Highlands School ICSEA 860

4872 3088 2 Maxted Street

GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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Mittagong Public School ICSEA 992

21 Pioneer St

GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational
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St Michael's Primary School

55 Alfred St

CatholicPrimaryCoed
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Tangara School ICSEA 971

4871 1636 Bong Bong Rd

GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

764

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021