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Comobella

NSW 2820 • New South Wales

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
117.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalFamily-Friendly
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About Comobella

Comobella is a small rural locality in the Wellington–Dubbo district of central-western New South Wales, situated in the Calare federal electorate approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Wellington and 55 kilometres south-west of Dubbo on the rolling plains west of the Warrumbungle Ranges foothills. The locality covers 117.4 square kilometres of productive mixed farming land and recorded a population of 65 at the 2021 census, reflecting a sparse agricultural community on the western slopes and plains. Comobella sits within the transitional zone between the wheat and sheep country of the central western plains and the more marginal dryland farming areas further west, on soils that support wheat, canola, sheep and beef cattle enterprises. The Macquarie River system's upper tributaries drain parts of the locality.

Comobella's farming community values the productive land, wide open skies and strong rural traditions of the central western plains, with Wellington (30 km south-east) providing the nearest service hub for the district. Wellington offers the Wellington Caves — a spectacular limestone cave system and major geological attraction — along with supermarkets, schools, the Wellington Hospital and the Dubbo-Wellington coach connection. Dubbo (55 km north-east) is the regional capital of the Central West, offering Charles Sturt University, a regional airport, the Western Plains Zoo and full urban services including NSW TrainLink connections to Sydney. The locality's central western character — productive farmland, reliable rainfall and a strong agricultural community — makes it a solid farming area appreciated for its stability and accessibility.

Comobella falls under postcode 2820 and is governed by the Dubbo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Dubbo electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2820
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dubbo
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.55°, 148.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
117.37 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2820

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2820, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,139
Median 2023–24
$47,943
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,246

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2820; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dubbo
55 km
NSW TrainLink Inland – services to Sydney Central ~5 hrs

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Wellington / Dubbo ~35 min to Wellington, ~1 hr to Dubbo

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
~6 hrs (drive ~55 km to Dubbo, then NSW TrainLink Inland to Central)
By Bus
NSW TrainLink coach via Wellington to Dubbo, then train
By Car (Peak)
~4 hrs to Sydney via Mitchell and Great Western Highways
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Wellington (~30 km south-east) is the local service hub. Dubbo (~55 km north-east) is the regional centre with TrainLink connections, zoo and airport. Daily commuting is impractical; residents are locally employed.

Walkability Car Dependent

Comobella is a dispersed farming locality with no local shops or services. A private vehicle is essential. Wellington provides the nearest town services approximately 35 minutes away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
65
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
491.3 / 100k
2yr Down 32.0% 10yr Down 12.8%
Motor vehicle theft
300 / 100k
2yr Down 20.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
782.5 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Up 1.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
435.1 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 14.3%
View all 62 offence types for Dubbo →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Comobella known for? +

Comobella's farming community values the productive land, wide open skies and strong rural traditions of the central western plains, with Wellington (30 km south-east) providing the nearest service hub for the district.

How far is Comobella from Sydney CBD? +

Comobella is approximately 370 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~4 hrs to Sydney via Mitchell and Great Western Highways in peak hour and ~3 hr 45 min off-peak.

Does Comobella have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Dubbo (55 km away, approximately null walk) on the NSW TrainLink Inland – services to Sydney Central ~5 hrs. Bus services include NSW TrainLink coach, running to Wellington / Dubbo in approximately ~35 min to Wellington, ~1 hr to Dubbo.

What is the population of Comobella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Comobella has a very small population of approximately 65 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Comobella a good place to live? +

Comobella is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Wellington offers the Wellington Caves — a spectacular limestone cave system and major geological attraction — along with supermarkets, schools, the Wellington Hospital and the Dubbo-Wellington coach connection.

What is the postcode for Comobella? +

The postcode for Comobella is 2820. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Comobella a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Comobella is part of the Dubbo 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.