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Goonumbla

NSW 2870 • New South Wales

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
330.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Goonumbla

Goonumbla is a small bounded rural locality in Parkes Shire, Central New South Wales, situated approximately 299 km west-northwest of Sydney. The locality sits on the Parkes–Narromine railway line and is surrounded by productive agricultural land typical of the Central West. With a population of around 320 people, Goonumbla is a tight-knit farming community set amid flat, open plains landscape. The name Goonumbla is of Aboriginal origin and the area has a long pastoral history.

The community of Goonumbla is anchored by farming — primarily wheat, canola, and sheep — with residents enjoying a quiet rural lifestyle connected to the broader Parkes Shire. The nearby Parkes township (about 12 km away) provides schools, medical services, supermarkets, and the world-famous CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope, affectionately known as 'The Dish'. Goonumbla suits those who appreciate wide horizons, low traffic, and genuine country life without being too far from essential services.

Goonumbla falls under postcode 2870 and is governed by the Parkes 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
2870
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Parkes
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.04°, 148.17°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
330.83 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2870

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2870, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,063
Median 2023–24
$57,204
▲ 26.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,267

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2870; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Parkes Station
12 km
Drive required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
299 km
By Train
XPT from Parkes to Sydney Central (~5 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 20 min

🛣️ Mitchell Hwy / Great Western Hwy; Parkes is the main service and rail hub

Walkability Driving Required

No local amenities within walking distance; Parkes township is a 12 km drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
98
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
491.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
435.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.0%
Non-DV assault
814.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
484.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Parkes →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Goonumbla NSW located? +

Goonumbla is a rural locality in Parkes Shire, Central NSW, about 12 km from Parkes township and 299 km west-northwest of Sydney.

What railway line runs through Goonumbla? +

The Parkes–Narromine railway line passes through Goonumbla, with the nearest staffed station at Parkes.

What is Goonumbla known for? +

Goonumbla is a small agricultural community in Parkes Shire, known for wheat and sheep farming. It is close to Parkes, home to the famous CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope (The Dish).

What is the population of Goonumbla? +

Goonumbla has a population of approximately 320 people, making it a very small rural locality within Parkes Shire.

Is Goonumbla a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Goonumbla is part of the Parkes 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.