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Garema

NSW 2871 • New South Wales

84
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
302.67 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Garema

Garema is a small rural locality in the Central West of New South Wales, situated on Ooma Creek within the Forbes Shire local government area, approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Forbes. The locality covers around 303 square kilometres of the Central Western Slopes, an area characterised by fertile agricultural land and gentle undulating terrain. With a 2021 Census population of 84, Garema is one of several small villages that make up the broader Forbes Shire community alongside Bedgerebong, Wirrinya, and Ootha.

The Garema district is part of one of the richest agricultural zones in New South Wales, with the Forbes Shire economy driven by dryland cropping, sheep, and cattle grazing. The nearest major centre is Forbes, approximately 35 kilometres to the north-west, which sits on the Newell Highway and provides a full range of services including shops, schools, and the Forbes Base Hospital. Parkes, around 55 kilometres to the north, offers additional retail and transport connections including train services to Sydney.

Garema falls under postcode 2871 and is governed by the Forbes 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
2871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Forbes
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 147.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
302.67 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,232
Median 2023–24
$55,428
▲ 31.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,827

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Forbes Station (NSW TrainLink coach)
35 km
N/A – drive required

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services via Forbes — Parkes / Orange / Sydney Approx. 5–6 hrs to Sydney

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink train from Parkes Station (~55 km away); approx. 6.5 hrs to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 45 min–4 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 30 min–4 hrs

🛣️ Accessible via local rural roads to Forbes and the Newell Highway; car essential within the locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Garema has no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Forbes or Parkes

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
84
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
570.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
408.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
677.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
21.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
1,043.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.2%
View all 62 offence types for Forbes →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garema known for? +

Garema is a quiet farming locality in the Forbes Shire, known for its agricultural heritage in one of the richest cropping and grazing districts in New South Wales. The locality sits on Ooma Creek in the Central Western Slopes, a region that has supported farming communities for over 150 years.

How far is Garema from Forbes? +

Garema is approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Forbes, making it around a 30–35 minute drive to the nearest major service centre via local rural roads.

Does Garema have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Garema. The nearest transport connections are in Forbes (~35 km) and Parkes (~55 km), where NSW TrainLink operates coach and train services to Sydney and other regional centres.

What is the population of Garema? +

According to the 2021 Census, Garema has a population of 84 residents, down from 104 in 2016 — reflecting a broader trend of population decline in small inland rural localities across New South Wales.

Is Garema a good place to live? +

Garema suits those who seek a peaceful, isolated rural lifestyle in the Central West of NSW. While local amenities are absent, the relatively short drive to Forbes provides access to schools, medical services, shopping, and community life in a welcoming regional town.

What is the postcode for Garema? +

The postcode for Garema, New South Wales is 2871.

Is Garema a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Garema is part of the Forbes 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.