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Garoo

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

93
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
261.14 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPastoralRemote
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About Garoo

Garoo is a rural locality in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales, situated approximately 38 kilometres south of Tamworth along the New England Highway. Covering a substantial 261 square kilometres, the locality recorded a population of 93 at the 2021 Census. The area is part of the Upper Hunter federal electorate and has a postcode median taxable income of $56,461 reflecting its agricultural character as a beef cattle producing district.

The New England Highway runs through the locality, providing the primary transport link north to Tamworth and south towards Murrurundi and the Upper Hunter. Garoo is situated within highly regarded beef cattle country, with rolling pastoral land and scattered eucalyptus woodland. Residents rely on Tamworth for all major services including shopping, schools, hospitals, and entertainment. Tamworth itself is well-known as Australia's country music capital and hosts the annual Tamworth Country Music Festival.

Garoo falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by the Tamworth Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tamworth
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.42°, 150.96°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
261.14 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2340

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2340, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,760
Median 2023–24
$56,461
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,370

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2340; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth
38 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • S202 (Hannafords Coaches, school service only) — Tamworth schools via Gowrie Road 30-40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
380 km
By Train
No direct service; travel to Tamworth (38 km) for NSW TrainLink coach/rail to Sydney (6-7 hours)
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hours

🛣️ Access via New England Highway; Tamworth is the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No shops or services within the locality; all errands require driving to Tamworth

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
93
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
643.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
332.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
713.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
535.6 / 100k
2yr Up 48.9% 10yr Down 1.9%
View all 62 offence types for Tamworth →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garoo known for? +

Garoo is known as a productive beef cattle district, with rolling pastoral land and scattered eucalyptus woodland along the New England Highway south of Tamworth. The locality sits within one of the Upper Hunter's most regarded cattle-producing areas.

How far is Garoo from Sydney CBD? +

Garoo is approximately 380 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 4 to 5 hours. The nearest major regional centre is Tamworth, about 38 kilometres to the north.

Does Garoo have public transport? +

Garoo has very limited public transport. A school bus service (S202 operated by Hannafords Coaches) connects the area to Tamworth schools, but there are no regular public bus or train services. The nearest train station is at Tamworth.

What is the population of Garoo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Garoo has a population of 93 people spread across 261 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely populated pastoral district.

Is Garoo a good place to live? +

Garoo appeals to those seeking a rural farming lifestyle in the New England region, with large pastoral properties and a quiet atmosphere. It is well-suited to farming families who are comfortable with a 38-kilometre drive to Tamworth for services, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Garoo? +

The postcode for Garoo is 2340.

Is Garoo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Garoo is part of the Tamworth 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.