Baldry
NSW 2867 • New South Wales
About Baldry
Baldry is a small rural village in the Central West of New South Wales, situated within the Cabonne Council local government area approximately 45 kilometres north-west of Orange and 25 kilometres north of Molong. The locality covers an expansive 473 square kilometres of rolling agricultural land typical of the Central Tablelands. With a population of just 67 at the 2021 census — down from 96 in 2016 — Baldry is one of the more sparsely settled communities in the region, reflecting broader trends of rural depopulation across inland NSW.
Life in Baldry revolves around farming and the tight-knit rural community typical of small Central West villages. The surrounding countryside supports sheep and cropping operations, with the area historically linked to the pastoral traditions of Cabonne Shire. Residents travel to Molong or Orange for most services, schooling beyond primary level, and shopping. The locality appeals to those seeking an authentic rural lifestyle away from the pressures of larger towns, with wide open landscapes and a strong sense of country identity.
Baldry falls under postcode 2867 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
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2867
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2867 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2867; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach — Orange / Dubbo via Molong 35 to 60 min to Orange
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Orange is the nearest major service hub (~45 km). Parkes is ~100 km to the south-west.
Extremely car dependent. No footpaths, shops, or services within walking distance. Private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cumnock Public School ICSEA 9546367 7207 Railway Pde
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Cabonne Local Government Area, which contains Baldry. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)