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Carinda

NSW 2831 • New South Wales

165
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3378.21 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutbackQuiet

About Carinda

Carinda is a small remote town in the Walgett Shire local government area, located on the black soil plains of northern New South Wales, approximately 80 kilometres south of Walgett. With a 2021 Census population of 165 residents and a vast surrounding statistical area exceeding 3,378 square kilometres, Carinda exemplifies the wide, sparsely populated character of outback New South Wales. The name is derived from an Aboriginal word meaning 'you carry', and the area was first encountered by European explorers John Oxley and George Evans in 1818.

Carinda's livelihood is rooted in the agricultural industries that define the Walgett Shire — sheep and cattle grazing, and wheat farming on the fertile black soil plains. The Walgett Shire encompasses a number of small outback communities and is also home to the opal-mining town of Lightning Ridge, approximately 130 kilometres to the north-east. Carinda itself has very limited services; residents travel to the Shire's administrative centre of Walgett for shopping, medical services, and government facilities. A private vehicle is indispensable in this remote locality, as there is no public transport and distances between towns are considerable.

Carinda falls under postcode 2831 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dubbo electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2831
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.93°, 146.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3378.21 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Car essential N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
580 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station Dubbo (~280km); Dubbo to Sydney by train ~6 hours
By Car (Peak)
6.5–7 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
6–6.5 hours

🛣️ Located in remote northern NSW; Walgett (~80km north) is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote outback town with minimal services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
165
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carinda known for? +

Carinda is a small agricultural town on the black soil plains of Walgett Shire, known for its sheep and cattle grazing and wheat farming. The name is derived from an Aboriginal word meaning 'you carry'. It sits within a shire also renowned for the opal-mining town of Lightning Ridge, approximately 130 kilometres to the north-east.

How far is Carinda from Sydney? +

Carinda is approximately 580 kilometres north-west of Sydney, making it a 6 to 6.5 hour drive. The nearest sizeable regional town is Walgett, located around 80 kilometres to the north.

Does Carinda have public transport? +

Carinda has no public transport services — no bus or rail connections. A private vehicle is essential for all travel. The nearest train service operates from Dubbo, approximately 280 kilometres to the south-east.

What is the population of Carinda? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carinda has a population of approximately 165 residents. The town's population has declined slightly from around 187 in 2011, reflecting broader trends in remote outback communities across New South Wales.

Is Carinda a good place to live? +

Carinda suits those drawn to outback farming and pastoral life, with a genuine rural community character and the wide-open landscapes of the Walgett Shire. With very limited local services and long distances to major centres, it is best suited to those with a strong connection to agricultural industries or a desire for remote outback living.

What is the postcode for Carinda? +

The postcode for Carinda is 2831, which covers a number of localities in the Walgett Shire area of northern New South Wales.