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Fifield

NSW 2875 • New South Wales

128
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
665.04 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricOutbackAgricultural
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About Fifield

Fifield is a small rural locality in the Lachlan Shire of central New South Wales, situated approximately 449 kilometres west-north-west of Sydney and 92 kilometres north-west of Parkes. The locality covers a large pastoral area of around 665 square kilometres on the traditional land of the Wiradjuri people. With a small resident population, Fifield is a quiet outback community surrounded by open plains and agricultural land typical of the central-western tablelands.

Fifield is historically renowned for its deposits of alluvial gold and platinum, first discovered in the 1890s when hundreds of prospectors flooded the area during a localised gold rush. The remnant mining heritage, including the Fifield, Gillenbine, and Platina leads, gives the locality an enduring character linked to the region's colonial goldfield era. Today it is a deeply rural locality with a small hotel serving the local farming community, and its wide open skies and pastoral landscape attract visitors with an interest in outback heritage and fossicking history.

Fifield falls under postcode 2875 and is governed by the Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2875
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.92°, 147.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
665.04 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2875

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2875 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$40,375
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$48,907

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2875; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car travel required N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
449 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Parkes or Condobolin for regional trains
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5 hrs

🛣️ Access via Newell Highway through Parkes or via Lachlan Valley Way; remote locality, car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Extremely limited local services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
128
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
425.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
474.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
588.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
785.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fifield known for? +

Fifield is historically known for its alluvial gold and platinum deposits, which sparked a localised goldfield rush in the 1890s. The area's ancient paleochannel "leads" — Fifield, Gillenbine, and Platina — are among the most notable platinum-bearing deposits ever found in Australia.

How far is Fifield from Sydney? +

Fifield is approximately 449 kilometres west-north-west of Sydney, making it about a 4.5–5 hour drive via the Great Western Highway and Newell Highway through Parkes.

Does Fifield have public transport? +

There is no public transport service to Fifield. The nearest regional centres with bus or train access are Parkes (92 km south-east) and Condobolin (52 km south). A car is essential for living in or visiting the locality.

What is the population of Fifield? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fifield has a small resident population of approximately 128 people, spread across a large locality covering around 665 square kilometres.

Is Fifield a good place to live? +

Fifield suits those seeking a remote, quiet rural lifestyle in the heart of central-western New South Wales. It is best suited to farming families and those who appreciate wide open landscapes, outback heritage, and strong community ties, but it requires full self-sufficiency and reliable transport.

What is the postcode for Fifield? +

The postcode for Fifield, NSW is 2875.

Is Fifield a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fifield is part of the Lachlan 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.