Woodside

NSW 2372 • New South Wales

59
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
126.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricMountain

About Woodside

Woodside is a small rural locality in the New England region of New South Wales, situated approximately 520 kilometres north of Sydney near the town of Tenterfield on the Northern Tablelands. The locality covers around 126 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 59 residents at the 2021 Census. The area features the granite highland country of the Northern Tablelands near the Queensland border, used for sheep grazing and mixed farming.

Tenterfield, approximately 15 kilometres to the north-west, is a charming historic town providing shops, schools, community facilities, and the Sir Henry Parkes Museum, celebrating the father of Australia's Federation movement. The New England Tablelands offers spectacular autumn foliage, sapphire gemfields, and access to Bald Rock National Park. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport serves Woodside.

Woodside falls under postcode 2372 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2372
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.07°, 151.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
126.33 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tenterfield
15 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Tenterfield (approx. 15 km) toward Sydney; approx. 8 hours
By Car (Peak)
6.5–7.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
6.5 hours

🛣️ New England Highway provides road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is required for all errands to Tenterfield.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
59
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 Woodside NSW known for? +

Woodside is a rural locality near Tenterfield on the Northern Tablelands, set in the historic granite highlands near the town that inspired Australia's Federation movement led by Sir Henry Parkes.

How far is Woodside NSW from Sydney CBD? +

Woodside is approximately 520 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, around 6.5 to 7.5 hours by road via the New England Highway.

Does Woodside NSW have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Woodside. NSW TrainLink services operate from Tenterfield (approximately 15 km north-west) toward Sydney and Brisbane.

What is the population of Woodside NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodside has a population of approximately 59 residents, a small rural locality near Tenterfield.

Is Woodside NSW a good place to live? +

Woodside suits those seeking a quiet Northern Tablelands lifestyle, with Tenterfield's heritage character, sapphire gemfields nearby, and spectacular autumn foliage across the highland country.

What is the postcode for Woodside NSW? +

The postcode for Woodside, NSW is 2372.

What is the population of Woodside? +

Woodside had a population of 59 at the 2021 Census.