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Dhulura

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

42
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
39.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiverinaSmall Community
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About Dhulura

Dhulura is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area approximately 20 kilometres north of Wagga Wagga CBD. The locality was gazetted in 2015 and takes its name from the former Dhulura Public School that once served the surrounding farming community. With a population of just 44 at the 2021 census, Dhulura is a sparsely settled agricultural area characterised by broad-acre cropping and grazing properties typical of the Murrumbidgee Plains.

Life in Dhulura centres on the surrounding agricultural community, with residents relying on nearby Wagga Wagga for services, schools, shopping, and employment. The area is set in gently undulating pastoral country and attracts those who value wide open spaces and a quiet rural lifestyle. Wagga Wagga, one of inland Australia's largest regional cities, provides access to universities, hospitals, retail centres, and cultural events within a short drive.

Dhulura falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the Wagga Wagga Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.02°, 147.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.29 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,085
Median 2023–24
$60,452
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,948

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Wagga Wagga

Distance
20 km
By Car (Peak)
20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18 min

🛣️ No public transport serves Dhulura directly. Residents travel by car to Wagga Wagga for all services.

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely car-dependent. No footpaths, local shops, or public transport. All amenities are accessed by car in Wagga Wagga.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
42
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Motor vehicle theft
239.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
645.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
10.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
559.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Wagga Wagga →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dhulura known for? +

Life in Dhulura centres on the surrounding agricultural community, with residents relying on nearby Wagga Wagga for services, schools, shopping, and employment.

How far is Dhulura from Sydney CBD? +

Dhulura is approximately 20 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 20 min in peak hour and 18 min off-peak.

Does Dhulura have public transport? +

No public transport serves Dhulura directly. Residents travel by car to Wagga Wagga for all services.

What is the population of Dhulura? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dhulura has a very small population of approximately 42 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Dhulura a good place to live? +

Dhulura is a sparsely populated locality suited to those seeking a rural or wilderness experience rather than typical suburban amenities.

What is the postcode for Dhulura? +

The postcode for Dhulura is 2650. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Dhulura a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dhulura is part of the Wagga Wagga 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.