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Banoon

NSW 2347 • New South Wales

19
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
122.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Banoon

Banoon is a small rural locality situated in the North West Slopes region of New South Wales, occupying around 123 square kilometres of agricultural land in the Tamworth Regional Council area. With a population of just 19 people recorded in the 2021 Census, Banoon is one of the region's most sparsely settled localities, characterised by expansive pastoral and mixed-farming properties. The locality sits within the broader Namoi River catchment, surrounded by gently rolling hills and open farmland typical of north-west New South Wales.

Banoon's tiny population reflects its purely agricultural nature, with the land used predominantly for cattle grazing, cropping, and mixed farming. The nearby town of Manilla provides residents with essential services including a supermarket, school, medical centre, and fuel. Tamworth — the region's major hub and home of the famous Country Music Festival — is approximately 60 kilometres to the south-east and offers a full range of shopping, healthcare, and entertainment facilities for those living in and around Banoon.

Banoon falls under postcode 2347 and is governed by the Gwydir Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2347
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gwydir
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.28°, 150.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
122.98 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2347

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2347, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$29,073
Median 2023–24
$40,990
▲ 41.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$43,449

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2347; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No local service; Tamworth Station (~60 km) has XPT services to Sydney (~6 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5 hrs

🛣️ Manilla (~15 km) is the nearest service town. Tamworth is the regional hub.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Fully rural locality with no footpaths or public transport. A vehicle is essential.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
19
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
388.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
224.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
429.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
163.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Gwydir →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Banoon NSW? +

Banoon is a rural locality in the North West Slopes region of New South Wales, within the Tamworth Regional Council area, approximately 60 kilometres north-west of Tamworth near the town of Manilla.

What is Banoon used for? +

Banoon is predominantly agricultural land, used for cattle grazing, cropping, and mixed-farming operations typical of the North West Slopes region of New South Wales.

What is the nearest town to Banoon? +

The nearest town to Banoon is Manilla, which provides essential services including shops, a school, and a medical centre. Tamworth, the regional hub, is approximately 60 km to the south-east.

Is Banoon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Banoon is part of the Gwydir 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.

What is the population of Banoon? +

Banoon had a population of 19 at the 2021 Census.