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Dumaresq

NSW 2350 • New South Wales

80
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
127.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralUniversity Town
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About Dumaresq

Dumaresq is a small rural locality on the outskirts of Armidale in the New England region of New South Wales, sharing postcode 2350 with the nearby regional city of Armidale. With a population of around 81 residents, it is a quiet semi-rural community set amid the rolling tablelands of the Northern Tablelands. The locality takes its name from the Dumaresq River, which flows through the broader region, and sits at an elevation typical of the New England Tablelands where crisp winters and cool summers define the climate.

Dumaresq's residents benefit from proximity to Armidale, a vibrant regional city home to the University of New England and a comprehensive range of shops, schools, healthcare, and cultural facilities. The surrounding landscape is dominated by grazing farmland and eucalypt woodland, popular with those who appreciate wide open spaces and a relaxed country lifestyle. Armidale Airport provides regional connections to Sydney, making Dumaresq an accessible rural retreat for those who value both space and connectivity.

Dumaresq 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
127.37 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

Bus Services

  • Local Armidale services — Armidale CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
570 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink XPT from Armidale to Central Station, approx 7-8 hrs
By Car (Peak)
5.5-6 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hrs

🛣️ New England Highway via Tamworth; Armidale Airport offers daily flights to Sydney (~1 hr)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality; car required for most trips; Armidale CBD accessible by road

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
80
▲ 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 Dumaresq. 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 Dumaresq NSW? +

Dumaresq is a small rural locality near Armidale in the New England Tablelands of New South Wales, approximately 570 km north of Sydney.

What LGA is Dumaresq in? +

Dumaresq is within the Armidale Regional Council local government area.

How far is Dumaresq from Armidale? +

Dumaresq is on the outskirts of Armidale and is typically within a 10-15 minute drive of the Armidale CBD.

How do you get from Dumaresq to Sydney? +

Armidale Airport is the most convenient option, with daily flights to Sydney taking about one hour. Alternatively, the NSW TrainLink XPT train from Armidale to Sydney Central takes approximately 7-8 hours.

Is Dumaresq a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dumaresq 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 Dumaresq? +

Dumaresq had a population of 80 at the 2021 Census.