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Bywong, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Bywong is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,287. Elevation: 2,470 ft (753 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Bywong
Bywong is a rural residential area in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council LGA. It is approximately 24 kilometres north-east of Canberra on the Federal Highway. It is also traversed by Macs Reef Road, Shingle Hill Way and Bungendore Road, the last two roads connecting Gundaroo and Bungendore. Its name is derived from an aboriginal word for "big hill". At the 2021 census, it had a population of 1,342. It had a public school from 1895 to 1906.
It has a community association called Bywong Community Inc.
Its local Pony Club is called Gearys Gap Pony Club, which meets at the Les Reardon Reserve, Bywong.
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| Population | 1,287 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft (753 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.1648°, 149.3289° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.9 inches (684 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.8 inches (2 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,886 |
| Median Age | 47.0 years |
About Bywong
Bywong is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,287. The city sits at an elevation of 2,470 feet (753 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bywong vs Australia Average
Income: Bywong vs Australia
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,886 |
| 40% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,886 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 122 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $253,600 |
| 10% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,268 |
| 9% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 91.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 8.1% |
| Housing Units | 515 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bywong
Bywong has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 596 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,470 ft (753 m) |
| Area | 37.6 sq mi (97.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.1648°N, 149.3289°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 2.1 in |
Bywong has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 37°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near Bywong
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Bywong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Bayonets And Bandages War Museum | ||||
| Bungendore Fine Art | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Bywong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bungendore Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bywong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market |
Breweries in Bywong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Bywong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bywong
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| 2nd Crookwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Braidwood Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crookwell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marulan (Tangryang) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Southern tablelands gliding club | — | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bywong
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bywong
What is the population of Bywong?
Bywong has a population of 1,287 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 37.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Bywong expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,886, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,600 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bywong?
Bywong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches.
How is the job market in Bywong?
Bywong has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $863. There are 122 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bywong?
The median home value in Bywong is $253,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 91.9%.