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Blue Vale

NSW 2380 • New South Wales

81
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
204.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable
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About Blue Vale

Blue Vale is a small rural locality in the Liverpool Plains region of north-western New South Wales, situated within the Gunnedah Shire approximately 20 kilometres north-west of the town of Gunnedah. Covering 204 square kilometres with a population of just 81 residents at the 2021 Census, it is a sparsely settled farming community in one of Australia's most productive agricultural districts. The postcode median taxable income of 8,227 reflects the area's agricultural economy.

The landscape around Blue Vale is characterised by rich, dark basalt soils of the Liverpool Plains, supporting broadacre cropping and grazing. Blue Vale Road connects the locality to Gunnedah, which serves as the main service centre for shopping, schools, medical facilities, and the nearest rail connection. The area offers wide open skies, a strong sense of rural community, and proximity to the Gunnedah region's attractions including the Porcupine Lookout and the Waterways Wildlife Park.

Blue Vale falls under postcode 2380 and is governed by the Gunnedah 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
2380
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gunnedah
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.05°, 150.20°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
204.37 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2380

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2380, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,227
Median 2023–24
$61,253
▲ 27.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2380; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gunnedah Station
20 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Tamworth (connecting to Sydney XPT) 1 hour to Tamworth from Gunnedah

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
420 km
By Train
No direct train; coach from Gunnedah to Tamworth, then XPT to Sydney (approx. 7-8 hours total)
By Car (Peak)
5-5.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5-5 hours

🛣️ Gunnedah (20 km) is the nearest service town; via New England Highway to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No services or shops within the locality; entirely car-dependent for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
81
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
612.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.4%
Motor vehicle theft
492.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
552.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
1,194.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 16.0%
View all 62 offence types for Gunnedah →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blue Vale known for? +

Blue Vale is known as a small farming locality on the fertile Liverpool Plains near Gunnedah in north-western New South Wales. The area is part of one of Australia's most productive agricultural districts, supporting broadacre cropping and grazing.

How far is Blue Vale from Sydney? +

Blue Vale is approximately 420 kilometres north-west of Sydney. The nearest major town is Gunnedah, about 20 kilometres to the south-east, which is roughly a 4.5 to 5 hour drive from Sydney via the New England Highway.

Does Blue Vale have public transport? +

Blue Vale has no direct public transport services. The nearest bus and rail connections are in Gunnedah, which has NSW TrainLink coach services to Tamworth and connections to Sydney. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Blue Vale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blue Vale has a population of 81 people spread across 204 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Blue Vale a good place to live? +

Blue Vale suits those who enjoy a quiet, rural lifestyle in a productive farming region. The community is small and close-knit, with wide open landscapes and affordable living, though all services and amenities require a drive to Gunnedah.

What is the postcode for Blue Vale? +

The postcode for Blue Vale is 2380, which it shares with Gunnedah and several other localities in the Gunnedah Shire of New South Wales.

Is Blue Vale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blue Vale is part of the Gunnedah 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.