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Farnham

NSW 2820 • New South Wales

21
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingRegionalOutback FringeAgricultural
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About Farnham

Farnham is a small rural locality in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within the Wellington local government area approximately 10 kilometres north-east of Wellington and around 330 kilometres north-west of Sydney. The area lies in the upper Macquarie River catchment, characterised by open farming country, native woodland, and the gently undulating tablelands landscape typical of inland central New South Wales. With a very small resident population, Farnham is predominantly a farming community, with grazing and dryland cropping forming the basis of local land use. The postcode 2820 is shared with Wellington, the nearest service town.

Life in Farnham centres on the land, with farming families and rural residents forming a tight-knit community that relies on Wellington for schools, medical services, supermarkets, and other daily needs. Wellington itself is known for Wellington Caves, a significant geoheritage site and local tourist attraction, as well as the picturesque Burrendong Dam reservoir which offers boating, fishing, and camping opportunities within easy reach. Dubbo, the major regional centre of central-western NSW, is approximately 60 kilometres to the north and provides a full range of retail, health, and employment options. The area has a quiet, unhurried character that appeals to those seeking a traditional outback-adjacent lifestyle with reasonable access to regional infrastructure.

Farnham 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
27.57 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
10 km
N/A – drive only

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus services — Wellington for regional connections ~15 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
Drive to Wellington (~10 km) then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~4.5–5 h)
By Bus
NSW TrainLink coach via Dubbo to Sydney (~5 h)
By Car (Peak)
~3 h 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3 h 30 min

🛣️ Dubbo (~60 km north) is the nearest major regional centre with a full range of services. Mitchell Highway provides the main route to Sydney.

Walkability Car Dependent

No walkable amenities; a car is absolutely essential for all daily needs. Rural roads and farm tracks offer pleasant walking and riding in the surrounding countryside.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
21
▲ 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 Farnham. 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 Farnham known for? +

Life in Farnham centres on the land, with farming families and rural residents forming a tight-knit community that relies on Wellington for schools, medical services, supermarkets, and other daily needs.

How far is Farnham from Sydney CBD? +

Farnham is approximately 330 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~3 h 45 min in peak hour and ~3 h 30 min off-peak.

Does Farnham have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Wellington (10 km away, approximately N/A – drive only walk) on the NSW TrainLink Western line (limited service). Bus services include No scheduled local bus services, running to Wellington for regional connections in approximately ~15 min by car.

What is the population of Farnham? +

According to the 2021 Census, Farnham has a very small population of approximately 21 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Farnham a good place to live? +

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

What is the postcode for Farnham? +

The postcode for Farnham is 2820. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Farnham a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Farnham 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.