Coolatai

NSW 2402 • New South Wales

99
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
507.66 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Coolatai

Coolatai is a remote rural locality in the New England region of New South Wales, situated approximately 70 kilometres south-west of Inverell in the Gwydir Shire. Spread across more than 500 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating plains, the locality is dominated by extensive dryland cropping and livestock grazing operations typical of this part of the wheat and wool belt. The area has a tiny resident population of fewer than 100 people and operates as a sparsely settled farming district rather than a township.

The character of Coolatai is defined by wide open skies, red soil plains, and the rhythms of agricultural life. Farming families in the area grow wheat, sorghum, and other cereals, and run sheep and cattle across large holdings. The nearest town, Warialda, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, provides basic services including a school, hospital, and general stores. Inverell, the main regional centre, is accessible within about an hour's drive and offers a fuller range of retail, medical, and community facilities.

Coolatai falls under postcode 2402 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2402
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.44°, 150.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
507.66 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
650 km
By Train
No direct service; NSW TrainLink coach to Moree or Inverell then limited connections
By Car (Peak)
7-8 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
6.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; Warialda is the nearest town (~30 km east); Inverell is the nearest regional centre (~70 km)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote farming locality with no services, footpaths, or public transport

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
99
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

Where is Coolatai NSW located? +

Coolatai is a rural locality in the New England region of NSW, roughly 70 km south-west of Inverell and 30 km west of Warialda.

What is the nearest town to Coolatai? +

Warialda is the closest town to Coolatai, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, while Inverell is the main regional service centre about 70 km away.

What farming activities are common in Coolatai? +

Dryland cropping (wheat, sorghum, cereal grains) and livestock grazing (sheep and cattle) are the predominant land uses in the Coolatai district.

Is there public transport to Coolatai? +

There is no public transport serving Coolatai. Residents use private vehicles for all travel, with Warialda and Inverell as the nearest service centres.

What is the population of Coolatai? +

Coolatai had a population of 99 at the 2021 Census.