Oberon
Oberon ranks =55th of 128 in NSW, performing best on community services (56/100).
"Alpine NSW — highland farming, pine plantations, and cold-climate charm"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 5,604
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
53 out of 100
#32 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#55 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 53/100 |
| Community Services | 56/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 50/100 |
| Core Operations | 53/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Oberon performs strongest in Community Services (scoring 56 out of 100 against peers). Performance in Lifestyle & Amenity is moderate, scoring 50 out of 100 against peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Alpine NSW — highland farming, pine plantations, and cold-climate charm
Oberon sits at 1,100m elevation west of the Blue Mountains, with alpine meadows, pine forests, and cold winters.
Known For
- Highland farming and pine plantations
- Jenolan Caves — spectacular limestone formations
- Mayfield Garden — one of the world's largest private gardens
- Cold-climate setting — frost and occasional snow
Living Here
Oberon offers affordable highland living with Jenolan Caves and Blue Mountains nearby. Genuinely cold winters.
Hidden Gem
Jenolan Caves — a World Heritage cave system of extraordinary beauty, Australia's most spectacular underground experience.