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Wimbledon

NSW 2795 • New South Wales

88
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgriculturalAffordable

About Wimbledon

Wimbledon is a small rural locality in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 25 kilometres north-west of Bathurst within the Bathurst Regional Council area. Covering around 24 square kilometres of open farming country, the locality had a population of 88 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by its rolling pastoral landscape at moderate elevation on the western slopes, with Wimbledon Road serving as the main arterial through the district.

The land use in Wimbledon is predominantly sheep and cattle grazing, with some mixed cropping and hobby farming across the larger holdings. The locality has no commercial services of its own; residents travel to Bathurst for all retail, medical, and educational needs, benefiting from that city's strong range of services including schools, hospitals, and the Charles Sturt University campus. The quiet rural character, affordable land prices, and relative proximity to Bathurst make Wimbledon appealing to farmers and those seeking a rural lifestyle within reach of a regional city.

Wimbledon falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2795
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.82°, 149.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.81 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Bathurst station then approx. 2 hr 30 min to Sydney Central via Main Western Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min - 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Mitchell Highway and Great Western Highway via Bathurst are the main routes east to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services exist; a car is essential for all daily needs with Bathurst being the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
88
▲ 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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wimbledon known for? +

Wimbledon is a quiet pastoral locality in the NSW Central Tablelands, known for its sheep and cattle grazing properties set amid the rolling landscape north-west of Bathurst. The area offers an affordable rural lifestyle within reasonable driving distance of Bathurst's regional amenities.

How far is Wimbledon from Bathurst? +

Wimbledon is approximately 25 kilometres north-west of Bathurst, making it a 20–30 minute drive depending on road conditions. Bathurst provides the nearest access to shops, schools, hospitals, and train services.

Does Wimbledon have public transport? +

Wimbledon has no scheduled public transport services. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with the nearest train station located in Bathurst approximately 25 kilometres away on the Main Western Line to Sydney.

What is the population of Wimbledon? +

At the 2021 Census, Wimbledon had a population of 88 residents across approximately 33 dwellings. It is one of the smaller rural localities within the Bathurst Regional Council area.

Is Wimbledon a good place to live? +

Wimbledon is well-suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with access to farmland at affordable prices. Its proximity to Bathurst means residents can access a full range of city services while enjoying the open spaces and tranquillity of the Central Tablelands.

What is the postcode for Wimbledon? +

The postcode for Wimbledon, NSW is 2795, shared with Bathurst and surrounding localities in the region.