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Corinella

NSW 2871 • New South Wales

72
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
482.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Corinella

Corinella is a sparsely populated rural locality of around 72 people in the Central Western Plains of New South Wales, covering a vast 482 square kilometres of agricultural land. Located within the Parkes or Forbes local government district near the coordinates of -33.48°S, 147.81°E, the area is characterised by flat to gently undulating plains suited to wheat farming and sheep grazing. The landscape is typical of inland NSW — open skies, red-dirt roads, and vast paddocks stretching to the horizon. With such a low population density, Corinella is one of the more remote rural localities in the state.

Life in Corinella is centred on farming, with wheat growing and merino wool production forming the backbone of the local economy. Residents rely on nearby larger towns — likely Forbes or Parkes — for all retail, medical, and educational services. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters, and the wide-open landscape offers a profound sense of peace and isolation. Corinella suits those with a deep connection to the land and a preference for a self-sufficient, independent rural lifestyle far removed from urban pressures.

Corinella falls under postcode 2871 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
2871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Forbes
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 147.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
482.20 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,232
Median 2023–24
$55,428
▲ 31.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,827

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Parkes Station
50 km
Drive required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
Drive to Parkes (~50 min), then ~5 hrs to Central via Blayney
By Car (Peak)
~4-5 hrs via Mid-Western Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~4 hrs

🛣️ Orange and Dubbo are the nearest regional service centres

Walkability Car-Dependent

No local amenities; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
72
▲ 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 Corinella. 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 Corinella NSW? +

Corinella is a rural locality in the Central Western Plains of NSW, near Parkes or Forbes, covering approximately 482 square kilometres.

What is the nearest town to Corinella? +

Parkes and Forbes are the nearest regional towns, providing access to supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and rail connections to Sydney.

What farming takes place in Corinella? +

The Corinella area is primarily agricultural, with wheat farming and merino sheep grazing being the dominant land uses on the central western plains.

Is Corinella a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Corinella 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 Corinella? +

Corinella had a population of 72 at the 2021 Census.