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Gillenbah

NSW 2700 • New South Wales

119
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
293.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Gillenbah

Gillenbah is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated within the Narrandera Shire local government area and sharing postcode 2700 with the nearby town of Narrandera. The locality covers an expansive 293 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land, positioned approximately 550 kilometres south-west of Sydney and around 20 kilometres from Narrandera township. With a recorded population of just 119 residents at the 2021 Census, Gillenbah is one of the more sparsely settled localities in the Riverina, reflecting the broad pastoral and dryland farming character of the wider region.

Life in Gillenbah centres on the land, with farming and grazing underpinning the local economy and community identity. Residents typically travel to Narrandera for services, shopping, schools, and health care, as the locality itself has minimal built infrastructure. The surrounding Riverina landscape is characterised by flat plains, open woodlands, and seasonal agricultural rhythms — offering quiet, wide-open living for those who value genuine rural self-sufficiency.

Gillenbah falls under postcode 2700 and is governed by the Narrandera Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Farrer, while state elections fall under the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2700
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Narrandera
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.78°, 146.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
293.03 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2700

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2700, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,333
Median 2023–24
$51,880
▲ 19.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,020

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2700; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Narrandera is the nearest service centre N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
550 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station at Narrandera with limited regional rail
By Car (Peak)
5.5-6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-5.5 hours

🛣️ Car is essential; Sturt Highway and Hume Highway provide the main intercity route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential for all daily errands in this dispersed rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
119
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
580.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
457.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
984.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
404.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Narrandera →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gillenbah known for? +

Gillenbah is a quiet pastoral locality in the NSW Riverina, characterised by broad dryland farming, open plains, and the wide-sky landscape typical of the region. It shares a postcode with the nearby town of Narrandera.

How far is Gillenbah from Sydney? +

Gillenbah is approximately 550 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 5.5 to 6 hour drive via the Hume and Sturt highways.

Does Gillenbah have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Gillenbah. A private vehicle is essential; the nearest service town is Narrandera, around 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Gillenbah? +

At the 2021 Census, Gillenbah had a population of approximately 119 residents spread across its large 293 square kilometre area, reflecting its deeply rural character.

Is Gillenbah a good place to live? +

Gillenbah suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle in Australia's inland Riverina region. It offers wide open spaces and a quiet environment, with the town of Narrandera close by for everyday services.

What is the postcode for Gillenbah? +

Gillenbah shares postcode 2700 with Narrandera and other localities in the surrounding Narrandera Shire area.

Is Gillenbah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gillenbah is part of the Narrandera 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.