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Dungowan

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

366
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
173.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableCommuter Belt

About Dungowan

Dungowan is a small village in the New England region of New South Wales, situated approximately 23 kilometres south-east of Tamworth within the Tamworth Regional Council area. Located about 411 kilometres north of Sydney, the locality covers a substantial 173 square kilometre rural area and has a population of around 366 residents. The landscape is typical of the New England tableland fringe — gently undulating grazing country and dry sclerophyll bushland set against the region's characteristic big skies and warm summers.

Dungowan is a quiet rural community where farming and grazing have shaped the character of the area for generations. Residents rely on Tamworth — the largest inland city in New South Wales — for the full range of services, schools, healthcare, and entertainment, including the famous Country Music Festival each January. The village offers an affordable and peaceful rural lifestyle with reasonable access to regional services, appealing to farming families, retirees, and those who value space and community over urban convenience.

Dungowan falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.33°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
173.11 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth Station
23 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Tamworth approx. 30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
411 km
By Train
Tamworth to Sydney (NSW TrainLink): approx. 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4–4.5 hr

🛣️ New England Highway provides the main road link north to Tamworth and south to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is necessary for all daily errands; the village has minimal local services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Dungowan by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Dungowan Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Dungowan" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
366
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dungowan known for? +

Dungowan is a small rural village in the New England region of NSW, known for its grazing properties and pastoral character. The village is also noted as a longtime home of politician Peter Draper and as the birthplace of NRL player Jack Todd of the Canterbury Bulldogs.

How far is Dungowan from Tamworth? +

Dungowan is approximately 23 kilometres south-east of Tamworth, making it about a 25 to 30 minute drive from the regional city and all its services.

Does Dungowan have public transport? +

Dungowan has very limited public transport. Tamworth Station, approximately 23 km away, is the nearest rail access point on the NSW TrainLink New England line. A private vehicle is the most practical way to travel to and from the village.

What is the population of Dungowan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dungowan has a population of 366 residents, spread across a rural locality of approximately 173 square kilometres in the Tamworth Regional Council area.

Is Dungowan a good place to live? +

Dungowan offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of Tamworth's full range of services, schools, and amenities. It suits farming families, retirees, and those seeking affordable rural property with a genuine country community feel.

What is the postcode for Dungowan? +

The postcode for Dungowan is 2340, shared with nearby Tamworth and other localities in the region.