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Amaroo

NSW 2866 • New South Wales

44
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAffordable
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About Amaroo

Amaroo is a small rural locality of 16.8 square kilometres located in New South Wales approximately 40 kilometres from Orange and around 255 kilometres from Sydney. With a population of just 44 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Amaroo is one of the smaller rural localities in the region, characterised by open farmland and sparse settlement. The locality's locality classification reflects its largely agricultural or natural land use, with properties typically comprising broad-acre farms, grazing land, or bushland holdings.

The surrounding New South Wales countryside offers the quiet rhythms of rural life, with residents relying on Orange for shopping, schools, medical services, and community facilities. Like many small localities across regional New South Wales, Amaroo is part of a broader agricultural community where farming families have worked the land for generations. Those drawn to Amaroo value the open space, privacy, and connection to the land that rural living provides.

Amaroo falls under postcode 2866 and is governed by the Cabonne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2866
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cabonne
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.01°, 148.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.78 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2866

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2866, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,430
Median 2023–24
$52,718
▲ 24.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,317

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2866; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled services — Orange Approx 30 min by car

Commute to Sydney

Distance
255 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2-4 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1-3 hours

🛣️ Car is essential; nearest town is Orange approximately 40 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all errands; no footpaths or local shops exist in this rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
44
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Cabonne Local Government Area, which contains Amaroo. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
93.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
158.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
122.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
57.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Cabonne →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amaroo known for? +

Amaroo is a small rural locality in New South Wales, best known for its agricultural land and open country character. Like many small localities in the region, it is home to broad-acre farms and grazing properties, and forms part of the rural fabric surrounding Orange.

How far is Amaroo from Sydney? +

Amaroo is approximately 255 kilometres from Sydney, making it a drive of roughly 3 to 4 hours depending on your route and conditions.

Does Amaroo have public transport? +

Amaroo has no regular public transport services. There is no rail service in the area, and scheduled bus services are not available. A private vehicle is essential for accessing services in Orange and beyond.

What is the population of Amaroo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Amaroo has a population of approximately 44 residents, making it one of the smaller localities in the region. The low population reflects the rural and agricultural nature of the area.

Is Amaroo a good place to live? +

Amaroo suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with plenty of open space and privacy. Residents must be self-sufficient in terms of transport, as all services are located in Orange or further afield. It is well suited to farming families and those who value a close connection to the land.

What is the postcode for Amaroo? +

The postcode for Amaroo is 2866, which it shares with several other localities in the Orange region of New South Wales.

Is Amaroo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Amaroo is part of the Cabonne LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.