New South Wales County Map

New South Wales (NSW) is divided into 141 counties, each serving as an administrative region for land titles and property management. While counties in NSW do not function as local government areas, they play a crucial role in cadastral mapping and land ownership records. Some notable counties include Cumberland, which encompasses Sydney, and Northumberland, home to the city of Newcastle. These counties are further subdivided into parishes, facilitating detailed land management and legal documentation. Understanding the county divisions helps in navigating property transactions and historical land records in NSW.

About New South Wales County Map

Explore New South Wales political map to locate 141 counties in New South Wales states of Australia.

Lands Administrative Divisions of NSW

Land Divisions, Boards and Districts

S.N.	Land District	Land Board (1907)	Land Division
1	Albury	Wagga Wagga	Eastern
2	Armidale	Armidale	Eastern
3	Balranald South	Hay	Central
4	Balranald	Western	Western
5	Barmedman East	Forbes	Central
6	Barmedman	Forbes	Central
7	Bathurst	Orange	Eastern
8	Bega	Goulburn	Eastern
9	Bellingen	Grafton	Eastern
10	Berrima	Eastern	Eastern
11	Bingara	Moree	Central
12	Bombala	Goulburn	Eastern
13	Boorowa	Goulburn	Eastern
14	Bourke	Western	Western
15	Braidwood	Goulburn	Eastern
16	Breewarrina	Western	Western
17	Breewarrina East		Central
18	Campbelltown		Eastern
19	Carcoar	Orange	Eastern
20	Casino	Grafton	Eastern
21	Cassillis		Eastern
22	Cobar	Western	Western
23	Cobar East		Central
24	Condobolin	Forbes	Central
25	Cooma	Goulburn	Eastern
26	Coonabarabran	Tamworth	Central
27	Coonamble	Dubbo	Eastern
28	Cootamundry	Wagga Wagga	Eastern
29	Cootamundry Central	Wagga Wagga	Eastern
30	Corowa	Wagga Wagga	Central
31	Cowra	Orange	Eastern
32	Deniliquin	Hay	Central
33	Dubbo	Dubbo	Eastern
34	Dungog	Maitland	Eastern
35	Eden	Goulburn	Eastern
36	Forbes	Forbes	Central
37	Glen Innes	Armidale	Eastern
38	Gosford	Maitland	Eastern
39	Goulburn	Goulburn	Eastern
40	Grafton	Grafton	Eastern
41	Grenfell	Forbes	Central
42	Gundagai	Wagga Wagga	Eastern
43	Gunnedah	Tamworth	Central
44	Gunning	Goulburn	Eastern
45	Hay North	Western	Western
46	Hay	Hay	Central
47	Hillston North	Western	Western
48	Hillston	Hay	Central
49	Inverell	Armidale	Eastern
50	Kempsey	Grafton	Eastern
51	Kiama	Sydney	Eastern
52	Lismore	Grafton	Eastern
53	Lithgow	Orange	Eastern
54	Liverpool		Eastern
55	Maitland	Maitland	Eastern
56	Metropolitan	Sydney	Eastern
57	Milton	Sydney	Eastern
58	Molong	Orange	Eastern
59	Moree	Moree	Central
60	Moruya		Eastern
61	Mudgee	Orange	Eastern
62	Murrurundi	Tamworth	Eastern
63	Murwillumbah	Grafton	Eastern
64	Muswellbrook	Maitland	Eastern
65	Narrabri	Moree	Central
66	Narrandera	Hay	Central
67	Newcastle	Maitland	Eastern
68	Nowra	Sydney	Eastern
69	Nyngan	Dubbo	Eastern
70	Orange	Orange	Eastern
71	Parkes	Forbes	Central
72	Parramatta	Sydney	Eastern
73	Paterson		Eastern
74	Penrith	Sydney	Eastern
75	Picton	Sydney	Eastern
76	Port Macquarie	Grafton	Eastern
77	Queanbeyan	Goulburn	Eastern
78	Raymonod Terrace		Eastern
79	Rylstone	Orange	Eastern
80	Scone	Maitland	Eastern
81	Singleton	Maitland	Eastern
82	Stroud	Maitland	Eastern
83	Tamworth	Tamworth	Eastern
84	Taree	Maitland	Eastern
85	Tenterfield	Armidale	Eastern
86	Tumbarumba North	Wagga Wagga	Eastern
87	Tumbarumba	Wagga Wagga	Eastern
88	Tumut	Wagga Wagga	Eastern
89	Urana	Wagga Wagga	Central
90	Wagga Wagga	Wagga Wagga	Central
91	Walcha	Armidale	Eastern
92	Walgett North	Western	Western
93	Walgett	Moree	Central
94	Warialda	Moree	Central
95	Warren	Dubbo	Eastern
96	Wellington	Orange	Eastern
97	Wentworth	Western	Western
98	Wilcannia	Western	Western
99	Windsor	Sydney	Eastern
100	Wollombi		Eastern
101	Wollongong	Sydney	Eastern
102	Wyalong	Forbes	Central
103	Yass	Goulburn	Eastern
104	Young	Wagga Wagga	Eastern

List of Counties of of New South Wales

S.N.	County	Year of Erection	No. of Parishes
1	Argyle	1821	50
2	Arrawatta	1862	70
3	Ashburnham	1850	60
4	Auckland	1843	55
5	Baradine	1862	78
6	Barrona	1884	28
7	Bathurst	1829	67
8	Benarba	1862	102
9	Beresford	1848	49
10	Bland	1862	65
11	Blaxland	1862	92
12	Bligh	1829	47
13	Booroondarra	1884	36
14	Bourke	1862	55
15	Boyd	1862	39
16	Brisbane	1829	58
17	Buccleuch	1848	35.0
18	Buckland	1848	33
19	Buller	1850	45
20	Burnett	1862	56
21	Cadell	1862	28
22	Caira	1862	80
23	Camden	1805	55
24	Canbelego	1875	52
25	Clarence	1848	40
26	Clarendon	1850	36
27	Clarke	1862	51
28	Clive	1850	54
29	Clyde	1862	80
30	Cook	1829	45.0
31	Cooper	1862	76
32	Courallie	1862	54.0
33	Cowley	1848	23
34	Cowper	1862	117
35	Culgoa	1884	46
36	Cumberland	1788	57
37	Cunningham	1862	59
38	Dampier	1848	41
39	Darling	1850	36
40	Delalah	1884	23
41	Denham	1862	44
42	Denison	1862	31
43	Dowling	1862	51
44	Drake	1850	39
45	Dudley	1848	37
46	Durham	1829	63
47	Evelyn	1884	41
48	Ewenmar	1862	53
49	Farnell	1884	34
50	Finch	1875	120
51	Fitzgerald	1884	31
52	Fitzroy	1862	46
53	Flinders	1862	71
54	Forbes	1862	38
55	Franklin	1862	44
56	Georgiana	1829	59
57	Gipps	1862	71
58	Gloucester	1829	79
59	Gordon	1850	39
60	Gough	1862	63
61	Goulburn	1850	38
62	Gowen	1850	51
63	Gregory	1862	91
64	Gresham	1850	33
65	Gunderbooka	1875	45
66	Harden	1850	42
67	Hardinge	1862	45
68	Hawes	1848	39
69	Hume	1862	43
70	Hunter	1829	64
71	Inglis	1850	22
72	Irrara	1884	47
73	Jamison	1862	64
74	Kennedy	1862	61
75	Kilfera	1884	15
76	Killara	1875	53
77	King	1829	48
78	Landsborough	1875	25
79	Leichhardt	1862	105
80	Lincoln	1850	52
81	Livingstone	1862	54
82	Macquarie	1830	62
83	Manara	1884	43
84	Menindee	1862	29
85	Mitchell	1862	40
86	Monteagle	1850	35
87	Mootwingee	1884	39
88	Mossgiel	1884	87
89	Mouramba	1884	64
90	Murchison	1862	48
91	Murray	1829	54
92	Nandewar	1862	33
93	Napier	1850	29
94	Narran	1875	97
95	Narromine	1862	46
96	Nicholson	1862	70
97	Northumberland	1804	68
98	Oxley	1862	43
99	Parry	1848	35
100	Perry	1862	58
101	Phillip	1829	45
102	Poole	1884	12
103	Pottinger	1850	64
104	Raleigh	1848	31
105	Rankin	1875	36
106	Richmond	1848	36
107	Robinson	1884	46
108	Rous	1848	74
109	Roxburgh	1829	48
110	Sandon	1850	44
111	Selwyn	1862	48
112	St Vincent	1829	76
113	Stapylton	1862	57
114	Sturt	1862	42
115	Taila	1862	42
116	Tandora	1884	27
117	Tara	1862	54
118	Thoulcanna	1884	19
119	Tongowoko	1884	20
120	Townsend	1862	111
121	Ularara	1884	29
122	Urana	1862	73
123	Vernon	1848	44
124	Wakool	1862	98
125	Waljeers	1862	60
126	Wallace	1848	65
127	Waradgery	1862	83
128	Wellesley	1848	49
129	Wellington	1829	59
130	Wentworth	1862	71
131	Werunda	1875	33
132	Westmoreland	1814	46
133	White	1862	47
134	Windeyer	1862	47
135	Woore	1884	32
136	Wynyard	1850	53
137	Yancowinna	1884	50
138	Yanda	1875	55
139	Yantara	1884	33
140	Young	1875	58
141	Yungnulgra	1884	39

Counties of New South Wales

New South Wales (NSW), Australia's most populous state, is administratively divided into 141 counties. While these counties do not function as local government areas, they play a crucial role in the cadastral system, which is used for land titling and property management. This system dates back to the colonial era and continues to be essential for legal and administrative purposes. Understanding the counties of NSW is key to navigating property transactions, historical land records, and regional demographics.

Historical Background

The division of New South Wales into counties and parishes began in the early 19th century as part of the British colonial administration's efforts to manage land ownership and settlement. Governor Lachlan Macquarie initiated the process, and by 1829, the counties system was formally established. The primary purpose was to facilitate land grants, sales, and the management of land records.

Geographic Distribution

NSW counties are primarily used for land administration and are spread across the state, from the densely populated coastal regions to the sparsely inhabited interior. Here are some notable counties and their characteristics:

Cumberland:

Encompassing Sydney, the capital city of NSW, Cumberland is the most densely populated county. It is the economic and cultural hub of the state, housing major financial institutions, cultural landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, and significant residential and commercial areas.

Northumberland:

Located to the north of Cumberland, this county includes the city of Newcastle, known for its coal export industry and vibrant cultural scene. Northumberland is also home to important agricultural areas and picturesque coastlines.

Camden:

Situated southwest of Sydney, Camden County is a blend of urban and rural landscapes. It includes rapidly growing suburbs as well as agricultural lands that contribute to the region's economy.

Hunter:

Known for the Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s premier wine regions, this county is also a significant coal mining area. The combination of agriculture, mining, and tourism makes it economically diverse.

Murray:

Bordering the state of Victoria along the Murray River, this county is vital for irrigation-based agriculture. The Murray River supports extensive farming activities, including vineyards, orchards, and dairy farming.

Wellington:

Located in the central west of NSW, Wellington County includes large agricultural areas known for sheep and cattle farming. The region also has historical significance with towns like Bathurst, which played a key role during the gold rush era.

Roxburgh:

Situated in the central region, Roxburgh County includes the town of Lithgow and is known for its coal mining and manufacturing industries. The region also has a rich history related to the early days of rail transport in NSW.

Land Management and Administration

Each county is further divided into parishes, which are the smallest administrative units used for land titling purposes. There are over 7,500 parishes in NSW. The cadastral system ensures that every piece of land is recorded accurately, facilitating property transactions, legal processes, and land management.

The counties and parishes are primarily used by the Land Registry Services in NSW for managing land titles. This system helps in maintaining detailed records of land ownership, boundaries, and changes in property status over time.

Modern Relevance

While counties and parishes are historical constructs, they remain relevant today for several reasons:

Legal and Property Transactions:

Accurate land records are essential for buying, selling, and transferring property. The cadastral system provides a reliable framework for these transactions.

Historical Research:

Historians and genealogists use county and parish records to trace property ownership, family histories, and regional development over time.

Regional Planning:

Counties help in regional planning and management, especially in rural areas where local government boundaries may not align perfectly with historical divisions.

Population and Economy

The population distribution across the counties of NSW varies significantly. Coastal counties like Cumberland and Northumberland are densely populated and economically vibrant, driven by industries such as finance, tourism, and manufacturing. In contrast, inland counties such as Wellington and Murray have lower population densities but are vital for agriculture and natural resource extraction.

Economic activities within these counties also differ:

• Cumberland: Dominated by services, finance, and technology sectors.
• Northumberland: Known for coal mining, port activities, and manufacturing.
• Hunter: A mix of agriculture, particularly viticulture, and mining.
• Murray: Agricultural hub with a focus on irrigation-based farming.
• Wellington: Primarily agricultural, with historical significance in gold mining.

Cultural and Environmental Significance

Counties in NSW are also important for their cultural and environmental contributions:

• Hunter Valley: Renowned for its wine production, scenic landscapes, and cultural festivals.
• Blue Mountains (Cox and Cook Counties): A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its natural beauty, hiking trails, and Indigenous rock art.
• South Coast (Counties like St. Vincent and Dampier): Popular tourist destinations with pristine beaches, national parks, and rich marine life.