Upper Lachlan
Upper Lachlan scores well on core operations (53/100) but only 18/100 on lifestyle & amenity — a gap worth watching.
"Southern Tablelands farming — Crookwell, Gunning, and wind farm country"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 8,875
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
43 out of 100
#63 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#102 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 50/100 |
| Community Services | 50/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 18/100 |
| Core Operations | 53/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Upper Lachlan performs strongest in core service delivery (better than 53% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle and amenity investment (currently at the 18th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Southern Tablelands farming — Crookwell, Gunning, and wind farm country
Upper Lachlan covers Crookwell, Gunning, and surrounding southern tablelands.
Known For
- Australia's first wind farm site
- Potato farming heritage
- Southern Tablelands pastoral
- Cold climate
Living Here
Quiet, cold, affordable farming country between Sydney and Canberra.
Hidden Gem
Abercrombie River National Park — pristine wilderness with deep gorges.