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Woodlands (Wingecarribee - NSW)

NSW 2536 • New South Wales

294
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
60.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSouthern HighlandsPeacefulHinterlandHistoric
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About Woodlands (Wingecarribee - NSW)

Woodlands is a small rural village in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated in Wingecarribee Shire at the T-intersection of Wombeyan Caves Road and Spring Hill Road. Covering approximately 60 square kilometres of highland country, the locality had a population of 294 at the 2021 Census and sits at elevated altitude, typical of the cool, green Highlands landscape. The village is modest in scale, with a handful of rural properties and a quiet character that reflects the broader Southern Highlands' mix of farming, lifestyle, and nature tourism.

The Wombeyan Caves Road that runs through Woodlands provides access to the spectacular Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve, making the village a gateway of sorts for those exploring the Highlands' remarkable limestone cave systems. The nearby towns of Mittagong and Bowral — both within around 30 kilometres — offer a full range of services, schools, cafes, and the Southern Highlands' well-known tourist attractions including the Bradman Museum and its cool-climate gardens. Woodlands suits those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in one of regional NSW's most scenic shires.

Woodlands (Wingecarribee - NSW) falls under postcode 2536 and is governed by the Eurobodalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gilmore, while state elections fall under the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2536
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Eurobodalla
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.67°, 150.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
60.13 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2536

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2536, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,266
Median 2023–24
$48,336
▲ 26.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,873

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2536; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mittagong Station
28 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Mittagong / Bowral 30-40 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Approx. 1 hr 45 min from Mittagong Station on the Southern Highlands Line
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Hume Highway (A1) provides access to Sydney; drive to Mittagong Station for train services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very small rural village with no walkable amenities; all daily needs require driving to Mittagong or Bowral

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
294
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Eurobodalla Local Government Area, which contains Woodlands (Wingecarribee - NSW). Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
228.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.4%
Motor vehicle theft
145.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
422.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
226 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.7%
View all 62 offence types for Eurobodalla →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodlands (Wingecarribee) known for? +

Woodlands in Wingecarribee Shire is known for its location on Wombeyan Caves Road, providing access to the spectacular Wombeyan Karst Conservation Reserve and its limestone cave systems, as well as the cool, scenic character of the Southern Highlands.

How far is Woodlands from Sydney? +

Woodlands is approximately 120 kilometres south-west of Sydney, making it around a 1.5–2 hour drive depending on traffic, primarily via the Hume Highway.

Does Woodlands have public transport? +

Woodlands has no direct public transport services. The nearest train station is Mittagong (approximately 28 km away), which offers Southern Highlands Line services to Sydney Central in around 1 hour 45 minutes.

What is the population of Woodlands (Wingecarribee)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodlands (Wingecarribee Shire) had a population of 294 residents, a modest increase from 272 in 2016, spread across approximately 60 square kilometres of Southern Highlands country.

Is Woodlands a good place to live? +

Woodlands suits those who value a quiet, rural Southern Highlands lifestyle close to nature. Access to the Wombeyan Caves and the towns of Bowral and Mittagong make it appealing for those who want Highland character without being too remote.

What is the postcode for Woodlands (Wingecarribee)? +

The postcode for Woodlands (Wingecarribee Shire) is 2536, shared with the Batemans Bay area and surrounding South Coast localities.

Is Woodlands a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woodlands is part of the Eurobodalla 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 Woodlands? +

Woodlands had a population of 294 at the 2021 Census.