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Dripstone

NSW 2820 • New South Wales

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
70.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Dripstone

Dripstone is a small rural locality in the central-western region of New South Wales, situated within the Dubbo Regional Council area, which was formed in 2016 through the merger of the former City of Dubbo and Wellington Council. Covering approximately 70 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 68 residents at the 2021 Census, reflecting its scattered rural settlement pattern. Dripstone lies in the Wellington district, roughly 20–30 kilometres north of Wellington township, amid the rolling pastoral country that characterises this part of the central-west.

The locality is primarily pastoral in character, with sheep and cattle farming the dominant land use across the locality's gently undulating terrain. Wellington is the nearest service town, providing access to schools, medical facilities, and retail shopping, while the larger regional centre of Dubbo — approximately 55 kilometres to the north — offers broader employment and commercial services. With no public transport and wide distances between properties, Dripstone is best suited to those committed to a working rural lifestyle in the central-western New South Wales countryside.

Dripstone falls under postcode 2820 and is governed by the Dubbo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Dubbo electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2820
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dubbo
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.55°, 148.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
70.32 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2820

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2820, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,139
Median 2023–24
$47,943
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,246

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2820; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wellington Station
25 km
Drive only — approx. 25 min

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
310 km
By Train
Drive to Wellington Station (approx. 25 km), then NSW TrainLink XPT to Sydney Central (approx. 5.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3.5–4 hours to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3.5 hours to Sydney

🛣️ Wellington is the nearest service town; Dubbo (approx. 55 km) offers broader services; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dripstone has no local services or infrastructure — a private vehicle is necessary for all daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
491.3 / 100k
2yr Down 32.0% 10yr Down 12.8%
Motor vehicle theft
300 / 100k
2yr Down 20.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
782.5 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Up 1.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
435.1 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 14.3%
View all 62 offence types for Dubbo →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dripstone known for? +

Dripstone is a quiet rural locality known for its pastoral farming landscape in the central-western region of New South Wales. The locality sits within the Dubbo Regional Council area, in the Wellington district characterised by sheep and cattle grazing country.

How far is Dripstone from Dubbo? +

Dripstone is approximately 55 kilometres south of Dubbo, making it around a 45–50 minute drive. Wellington township is the nearest service centre, approximately 20–30 kilometres to the south.

Does Dripstone have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Dripstone. The nearest train service is at Wellington Station, approximately 25 kilometres away, where NSW TrainLink XPT services connect to Sydney and Dubbo. A private vehicle is essential for all residents.

What is the population of Dripstone? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dripstone has a population of 68 residents across approximately 70 square kilometres within the Dubbo Regional Council area of central-western New South Wales.

Is Dripstone a good place to live? +

Dripstone is well-suited to those who value a quiet, working rural lifestyle in the central-western NSW countryside. Wellington provides essential services nearby, while Dubbo offers broader employment and shopping, making the area practical for those working in agriculture or seeking rural acreage.

What is the postcode for Dripstone? +

The postcode for Dripstone, NSW is 2820, shared with Wellington and several other rural localities in the Dubbo Regional Council area.

Is Dripstone a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dripstone is part of the Dubbo 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.