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Wombeyan Caves

NSW 2580 • New South Wales

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
224.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandTourist HubCar-Dependent
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About Wombeyan Caves

Wombeyan Caves is a small rural locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated approximately 150 kilometres south-west of Sydney in the Wingecarribee Shire. Covering around 224 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 53 residents. The locality is centred around the remarkable Wombeyan Caves Reserve, a system of ancient limestone caves set in rugged sandstone gorge country.

The Wombeyan Caves are a significant tourist attraction offering guided cave tours, camping, and the unique experience of exploring ancient stalactites and cave creatures in a remote bush setting. The surrounding landscape is a nature lover's paradise, with walks through the valley and gorge country. Mittagong and Moss Vale are the nearest major service centres, approximately 40 kilometres away. Access via the Wombeyan Caves Road is scenic but winding; a private vehicle is essential.

Wombeyan Caves falls under postcode 2580 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 Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2580
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.73°, 149.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
224.20 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2580

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2580, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,824
Median 2023–24
$58,066
▲ 21.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,854

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2580; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mittagong
40 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
Drive to Mittagong; NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Wombeyan Caves Road via Mittagong or Taralga provides access; road is winding and scenic

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote cave reserve locality; car required for all services and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 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 Wombeyan Caves. 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 Wombeyan Caves known for? +

Wombeyan Caves is renowned for its spectacular limestone cave system set in a remote sandstone gorge in the Southern Highlands, offering guided cave tours, unique cave-dwelling creatures, and beautiful bush camping.

How far is Wombeyan Caves from Sydney? +

Wombeyan Caves is approximately 150 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Southern Highlands.

Does Wombeyan Caves have public transport? +

There is no public transport to Wombeyan Caves. A private vehicle is essential; the nearest train station is Mittagong approximately 40 kilometres away on the NSW TrainLink Southern Highlands Line.

What is the population of Wombeyan Caves? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wombeyan Caves has a population of approximately 53 permanent residents, with many more visiting the cave reserve throughout the year.

Is Wombeyan Caves a good place to live? +

Wombeyan Caves suits those who love remote bush living and the remarkable natural environment of this cave reserve, with Mittagong and the Southern Highlands providing services within a reasonable drive.

What is the postcode for Wombeyan Caves? +

The postcode for Wombeyan Caves is 2580, covering this remote limestone cave locality in the Wingecarribee Shire of New South Wales.

Is Wombeyan Caves a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wombeyan Caves 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.