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Wildes Meadow

NSW 2577 • New South Wales

249
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRetireesFamily-Friendly
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About Wildes Meadow

Wildes Meadow is a small, scenic locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated within Wingecarribee Shire approximately 140 kilometres south-west of Sydney. The area lies at an elevation of around 695 metres, set in lush rolling green hills 7 kilometres south-west of Robertson and 19 kilometres east of Moss Vale. With a population of approximately 249 at the 2021 Census, it is a quiet farming and lifestyle locality prized for its cool climate and beautiful pastoral scenery.

Wildes Meadow and its surrounds are known for their fertile volcanic soils that support dairy farming and market gardening, part of the broader agricultural character of the Robertson-Kangaloon district. The area attracts lifestyle seekers, hobby farmers, and weekenders from Sydney drawn by rolling green pastures, forest walks, and the tranquil Southern Highlands atmosphere. The nearby Robertson township provides a general store, café, and village amenities, while Moss Vale and Bowral offer more complete services. The locality is perfect for those who value rural peace without straying too far from Sydney.

Wildes Meadow falls under postcode 2577 and is governed by the Wingecarribee Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Whitlam, while state elections fall under the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2577
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.60°, 150.41°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.88 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2577

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2577, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,979
Median 2023–24
$55,769
▲ 26.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,972

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2577; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moss Vale Station
20 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Moss Vale / Bowral 25-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
140 km
By Train
Approx 1h 45min from Moss Vale to Central
By Car (Peak)
2h-2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 45min

🛣️ Most residents drive; Moss Vale station is the nearest rail access point

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural roads only; a car is essential for all daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
249
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.1%
Motor vehicle theft
54.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
257.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.3%
View all 62 offence types for Wingecarribee →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Wildes Meadow NSW? +

Wildes Meadow is a rural locality in the Southern Highlands of NSW, about 7 km from Robertson and 140 km south-west of Sydney, within Wingecarribee Shire.

What is Wildes Meadow known for? +

Wildes Meadow is known for its lush green pastoral scenery, cool-climate farming, and peaceful lifestyle typical of the Southern Highlands region near Robertson.

Is Wildes Meadow a good place to buy rural property? +

Yes — Wildes Meadow is popular with hobby farmers, lifestyle seekers and Sydney weekenders seeking rural acreage in the beautiful Southern Highlands, with access to Bowral and Moss Vale for services.

What LGA is Wildes Meadow in? +

Wildes Meadow is in Wingecarribee Shire, New South Wales.

Is Wildes Meadow a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wildes Meadow is part of the Wingecarribee 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.

What is the population of Wildes Meadow? +

Wildes Meadow had a population of 249 at the 2021 Census.