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Dog Rocks

NSW 2795 • New South Wales

7
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
49.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalAffordableAcreage
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About Dog Rocks

Dog Rocks is a tiny rural locality in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, within postcode 2795 near Bathurst. With a population of just 7 at the 2021 census across 49 square kilometres, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in the region. The area sits on undulating pastoral country west of the Great Dividing Range, characterised by open grasslands and scattered eucalypt woodland.

Life in Dog Rocks is defined by sheep and cattle grazing on large rural properties. There are no shops, services, or community facilities within the locality — residents rely entirely on Bathurst (approximately 30 km away) for all needs. The area appeals exclusively to farming families and those seeking extreme rural isolation on affordable broadacre land in the central west of NSW.

Dog Rocks falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by the Bathurst Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2795
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bathurst
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.82°, 149.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
49.19 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2795

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2795, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,469
Median 2023–24
$59,577
▲ 20.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,914

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2795; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bathurst Station
30 km
N/A

Commute to Bathurst

Distance
30 km
By Train
N/A — no rail access
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Bathurst is the nearest city. Sydney is about 3.5 hours by car. A vehicle is essential.

Walkability Car Essential

No footpaths, shops, or services. Completely car-dependent rural locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
7
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
251.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 11.1%
Motor vehicle theft
184.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
549.6 / 100k
2yr Down 20.6% 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
251.5 / 100k
2yr Down 31.5% 10yr Down 11.4%
View all 62 offence types for Bathurst →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dog Rocks known for? +

Life in Dog Rocks is defined by sheep and cattle grazing on large rural properties.

How far is Dog Rocks from Sydney CBD? +

Dog Rocks is approximately 30 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 25 min in peak hour and 20 min off-peak.

Does Dog Rocks have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Bathurst Station (30 km away, approximately N/A walk) on the Blue Mountains Line (NSW TrainLink to Sydney).

What is the population of Dog Rocks? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dog Rocks has a very small population of approximately 7 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Dog Rocks a good place to live? +

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

What is the postcode for Dog Rocks? +

The postcode for Dog Rocks is 2795. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Dog Rocks a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dog Rocks is part of the Bathurst 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.