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Cookamidgera

NSW 2870 • New South Wales

151
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
180.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoric
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About Cookamidgera

Cookamidgera is a small rural locality in the Central Western Slopes of New South Wales, situated within the Parkes Shire Council area, approximately 20 kilometres south of the town of Parkes. The locality covers a broad agricultural landscape dominated by cereal cropping and sheep grazing, with a very small resident population spread across rural properties. The area takes its name from the Wiradjuri language, reflecting the deep Indigenous heritage of the central-west region.

Residents of Cookamidgera rely on the nearby town of Parkes for most services including shopping, schooling, and healthcare. The locality sits close to the famous CSIRO Parkes Observatory — 'The Dish' — which is a regional icon and tourist attraction. Life here is quiet, community-oriented, and closely tied to the agricultural seasons, appealing to farming families who value space and affordability.

Cookamidgera falls under postcode 2870 and is governed by the Forbes Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2870
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Forbes
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.04°, 148.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
180.97 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2870

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2870, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,063
Median 2023–24
$57,204
▲ 26.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,267

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2870; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No local train; Parkes station (~20 km) connects via NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~6 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
4 hours to Sydney via Great Western and Mid-Western Highways
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car essential; travel via Parkes Way and Mid-Western Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Dispersed rural locality; no public transport or footpaths; vehicle essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
151
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
570.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
408.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
677.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
21.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
1,043.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.2%
View all 62 offence types for Forbes →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cookamidgera NSW? +

Cookamidgera is a rural locality in the Parkes Shire, Central Western NSW, approximately 20 kilometres south of Parkes township.

What LGA is Cookamidgera in? +

Cookamidgera falls within the Parkes Shire Council local government area in New South Wales.

What is near Cookamidgera? +

The nearby town of Parkes offers shops, schools, and services. The famous CSIRO Parkes Radio Observatory ('The Dish') is also close by and is a popular tourist attraction in the region.

Is there public transport in Cookamidgera? +

No, there is no public transport in Cookamidgera. The nearest train station is in Parkes (~20 km), with NSW TrainLink services running to Sydney.

Is Cookamidgera a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cookamidgera is part of the Forbes 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 Cookamidgera? +

Cookamidgera had a population of 151 at the 2021 Census.