Yass Valley
Yass Valley ranks =118th of 128 overall in NSW, with core operations the area most needing attention.
"Canberra's country escape — Yass heritage, Murrumbateman wine, and commuter appeal"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 17,647
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
35 out of 100
#74 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#118 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 34/100 |
| Community Services | 39/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 41/100 |
| Core Operations | 26/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Yass Valley performs strongest in Lifestyle & Amenity (scoring 41 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Core Operations (currently 26 out of 100).
What Makes This Place Unique
Canberra's country escape — Yass heritage, Murrumbateman wine, and commuter appeal
Yass Valley sits between Canberra and Sydney, with the heritage town of Yass and the growing Murrumbateman wine district.
Known For
- Murrumbateman wine district — cool-climate excellence
- Yass — heritage town on the Hume Highway
- Canberra commuter appeal
- Surrounding pastoral country
Living Here
Yass Valley offers country lifestyle with Canberra's services 30 minutes away. The wine region is increasingly popular.
Hidden Gem
Murrumbateman wineries — a rapidly maturing cool-climate wine region that's still under the radar nationally.