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Dandry

NSW 2357 • New South Wales

65
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
697.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutback
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About Dandry

Dandry is a remote rural locality in north-western New South Wales, situated approximately 500 kilometres north-west of Sydney within the Liverpool Plains Shire and adjacent to the Narrabri district. Covering an extensive 697 square kilometres of flat to gently rolling agricultural land, the locality is positioned in the fertile Upper Namoi River basin, one of Australia's most productive cotton, cereal, and livestock farming regions. With a 2021 Census population of 65 residents, Dandry is a sparsely populated farming community in the heart of north-western NSW.

The surrounding landscape is dominated by large cotton and grain farms on the rich black soils of the Namoi Valley, with significant irrigation infrastructure supporting intensive agriculture. The regional centre of Narrabri, approximately 50 kilometres to the north-east, provides hospitals, schools, supermarkets, and access to the nationally significant Siding Spring Observatory in the nearby Warrumbungle National Park. Dandry suits farming families and those engaged in the agricultural industries that define this productive region of New South Wales.

Dandry falls under postcode 2357 and is governed by the Warrumbungle Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2357
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Warrumbungle
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Barwon
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.06°, 149.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
697.34 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2357

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2357, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,982
Median 2023–24
$45,423
▲ 22.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$52,357

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2357; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Narrabri
50 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
500 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Narrabri (~7 hrs to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
5 hrs – 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 45 min – 5 hrs

🛣️ Accessed via Newell Highway; car essential, Narrabri is the main service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dandry is an extremely remote locality with no local 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
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 Warrumbungle Local Government Area, which contains Dandry. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
497.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
205.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
692.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
205.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Warrumbungle →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dandry known for? +

Dandry is a remote Namoi Valley farming locality in north-western NSW, known for large-scale cotton and grain farming on the rich black soils of one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions.

How far is Dandry from Sydney? +

Dandry is approximately 500 kilometres north-west of Sydney, making it roughly a 5 hour drive via the Newell Highway. The nearest regional centre is Narrabri, about 50 kilometres north-east.

Does Dandry have public transport? +

Dandry has no local public transport. NSW TrainLink services operate from Narrabri, approximately 50 kilometres away, with connections to Sydney and Brisbane.

What is the population of Dandry? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dandry has a population of approximately 65 residents across its large 697 square kilometre area, reflecting its character as a remote farming locality.

Is Dandry a good place to live? +

Dandry suits farming families engaged in the productive Namoi Valley agricultural sector, with the services of Narrabri accessible within an hour's drive and the spectacular Warrumbungle National Park nearby.

What is the postcode for Dandry? +

The postcode for Dandry is 2357.

Is Dandry a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dandry is part of the Warrumbungle 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.