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Wheeo

NSW 2583 • New South Wales

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
83.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Wheeo

Wheeo is a small rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within the Upper Lachlan Shire approximately 30 kilometres south of Crookwell and around 170 kilometres south-west of Sydney. The locality covers a large area of 83.6 square kilometres and recorded a population of 68 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its sparse, farming-community character. The surrounding landscape is defined by rolling hills, open grasslands, and the agricultural traditions that have shaped this area since the 1840s.

Life in Wheeo revolves around the land, with grazing of livestock — particularly cattle and sheep — forming the backbone of the local economy. There are no commercial amenities within the locality itself; residents rely on Crookwell for everyday services, schooling, and community facilities. The area suits those seeking genuine rural quiet, with the open countryside, starry skies, and unhurried pace of Southern Tablelands living as its defining qualities.

Wheeo falls under postcode 2583 and is governed by the Upper Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2583
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Goulburn
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.20°, 149.25°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
83.64 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2583

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2583, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,999
Median 2023–24
$46,265
▲ 15.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,389

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2583; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach — Crookwell / Goulburn Varies — infrequent service

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
261 km
By Train
No direct train service — nearest station is Goulburn (approx. 60 km away)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2 hr 45 min to Sydney CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2 hr 30 min to Sydney CBD

🛣️ A car is essential. Crookwell (30 km north) is the nearest service town. Goulburn is approx. 60 km north-east.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wheeo has no shops, services, or footpaths — a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
101.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
112.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
225.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Upper Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wheeo known for? +

Wheeo is a quiet rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of NSW, known primarily for its pastoral farming heritage — cattle and sheep grazing have been central to the area since the 1840s. The wide open landscape and peaceful atmosphere are its defining features.

How far is Wheeo from Sydney? +

Wheeo is approximately 261 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 2 hour 30–45 minute drive depending on traffic. The nearest major service town is Crookwell, about 30 kilometres to the north.

Does Wheeo have public transport? +

Wheeo has no regular public transport. There is no rail service in the locality; the nearest train station is Goulburn, approximately 60 kilometres to the north-east. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Wheeo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wheeo has a population of 68 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the Upper Lachlan Shire area. The locality spans a large 83.6 square kilometres.

Is Wheeo a good place to live? +

Wheeo suits those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle with genuine peace and open space. There are no local shops or services — residents rely on Crookwell for everything — so it is best suited to people who are self-sufficient and comfortable with long drives to town.

What is the postcode for Wheeo? +

The postcode for Wheeo, NSW is 2583, which is shared with nearby Crookwell and other localities in the Upper Lachlan Shire.

Is Wheeo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wheeo is part of the Upper Lachlan 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.