Balldale at a glance
Population
168
Median age 47
The brief
What to know about Balldale.
The postcode for Balldale is 2646 (NSW).
Balldale (2646) sits in the Berrigan region of NSW.
Balldale has roughly 168 residents, with an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied.
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Schooling within or near the suburb covers 13 government primary, 2 government secondary, 3 Catholic, 2 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Balldale's population at 168, with a median age of 47. That sits as an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (78% own, 0% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. Lone-person households are notable here (35%), often a marker of unit-heavy stock and walkable infrastructure.
Population
168
Median age
47
Family households
55%
Lone person
35%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Sales data as of May 2026· rental-nsw
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$220/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$100/wk
Owner occupied
78%
Renter occupied
–
At a deeper level
168
Median age: 47
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Safety
Crime and safety.
8
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of January 2025· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
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Education
Schools in Balldale.
Local schools for Balldale
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Government School Catchment
Lowesdale Public School
Brocklesby Public School
Howlong Public School
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Frequently asked
About Balldale.
- What is the Balldale postcode?
- Balldale is in the 2646 postcode, in NSW, in the Berrigan Shire Council region.
- Where is Balldale?
- Balldale is a regional suburb in NSW, postcode 2646, in the Berrigan Shire Council region.
- What is the average rent in Balldale?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $220, for units it's $100.
- What schools are in Balldale?
- There are 20 schools serving Balldale on this page, including Lowesdale Public School, Brocklesby Public School, Howlong Public School.
- What suburbs are near Balldale?
- Balldale is close to Goombargana, Hopefield, Buraja, Brocklesby, Lowesdale.
- What is the population of Balldale?
- The population of Balldale is approximately 168 (2021 Census). The median age is 47.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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