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Ballengarra

NSW 2441 • New South Wales

97
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.36 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteMid North CoastAgricultural
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About Ballengarra

Ballengarra is a small bounded rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, administered by Mid-Coast Council. Situated at coordinates approximately 31°19'S 152°45'E, it recorded a population of just 97 in the 2021 census, making it one of the smaller named localities in the region. It is also recognised as a civil parish of Macquarie County and is located within the Division of Lyne and Electoral District of Oxley.

Ballengarra is deeply rural in character, surrounded by agricultural land, state forests, and the natural landscapes typical of the Mid North Coast hinterland. Residents live a quiet, semi-isolated lifestyle with Port Macquarie being the nearest major service centre, offering hospitals, shopping, schools, and coastal recreation. The locality is popular with those seeking a rural lifestyle, hobby farms, or quiet acreage properties in a region with a mild, warm climate.

Ballengarra falls under postcode 2441 and is governed by the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2441
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Port Macquarie-Hastings
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.82°, 152.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.36 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2441

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2441 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,578
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,227

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2441; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Port Macquarie via Mid North Coast route ~45–60 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
No direct rail service. Nearest station is Wauchope (~30 km west) on the North Coast Line.
By Bus
Limited regional coach services; drive to Wauchope or Port Macquarie for connecting services
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4 – 4.5 hours to Sydney via Pacific Motorway/M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hours via Pacific Motorway/M1

🛣️ Port Macquarie (~35 km east) is the nearest major centre. Wauchope has a train station on the North Coast Line for intercity services to Sydney.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Ballengarra is a remote rural locality with no public transport, footpaths, or local services. A car is absolutely essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
97
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
220.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
154.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Non-DV assault
487.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
208.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Port Macquarie-Hastings →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ballengarra known for? +

Ballengarra is deeply rural in character, surrounded by agricultural land, state forests, and the natural landscapes typical of the Mid North Coast hinterland.

How far is Ballengarra from Sydney CBD? +

Ballengarra is approximately 390 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx. 4 – 4.5 hours to Sydney via Pacific Motorway/M1 in peak hour and Approx. 4 hours via Pacific Motorway/M1 off-peak.

Does Ballengarra have public transport? +

Bus services include Regional coach, running to Port Macquarie via Mid North Coast route in approximately ~45–60 min.

What is the population of Ballengarra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ballengarra has a very small population of approximately 97 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Ballengarra a good place to live? +

Ballengarra is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents live a quiet, semi-isolated lifestyle with Port Macquarie being the nearest major service centre, offering hospitals, shopping, schools, and coastal recreation.

What is the postcode for Ballengarra? +

The postcode for Ballengarra is 2441. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Ballengarra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ballengarra is part of the Port Macquarie-Hastings 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.