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Dangarsleigh

NSW 2350 • New South Wales

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
99.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric
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About Dangarsleigh

Dangarsleigh is a scenic rural locality on the New England Tablelands of northern New South Wales, located approximately 20 kilometres east of Armidale at an elevation of around 1,100 metres. With a population of around 120 residents, it is a quiet farming and lifestyle community within the Armidale Regional Council area. The locality is set amid rolling granite country and is known for its proximity to some of Australia's most impressive natural features, including Dangars Gorge and the Wollomombi Falls — among the tallest waterfalls in Australia.

Dangarsleigh attracts residents who value peaceful rural living within reach of Armidale's services, universities, and cultural offerings. The landscape is characterised by native woodland, granite outcrops, and open farmland grazed by sheep and cattle. The nearby Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, which encompasses the spectacular Wollomombi and Chandler Gorges, is a major attraction for bushwalkers, photographers, and nature lovers. Day-to-day amenities are found in Armidale, a 25-minute drive away.

Dangarsleigh falls under postcode 2350 and is governed by the Armidale Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2350
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Armidale
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.49°, 151.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
99.44 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2350

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2350, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,892
Median 2023–24
$53,722
▲ 22.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,056

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2350; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
490 km
By Train
No local rail; Armidale has a coach connection and limited regional flights
By Car (Peak)
25-30 min to Armidale; 5.5 hours to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min to Armidale

🛣️ Car essential; New England Highway is the main route south

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
843.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
337.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.3%
Non-DV assault
684.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
13.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
448.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.7%
View all 62 offence types for Armidale →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dangarsleigh NSW? +

Dangarsleigh is a rural locality on the New England Tablelands, approximately 20 km east of Armidale in northern New South Wales.

What waterfalls are near Dangarsleigh? +

Dangarsleigh is close to the Wollomombi Falls, among the tallest waterfalls in Australia, and Dangars Gorge, both within Oxley Wild Rivers National Park.

What LGA is Dangarsleigh in? +

Dangarsleigh falls within the Armidale Regional Council local government area in New South Wales.

Is Dangarsleigh a safe area? +

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

Dangarsleigh had a population of 120 at the 2021 Census.