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Goorangoola

NSW 2330 • New South Wales

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
83.89 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Goorangoola

Goorangoola is a small rural locality in the Singleton area of the Hunter Valley NSW, situated approximately 240 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 84 square kilometres of pastoral land in the upper Hunter Valley near Singleton.

The nearest town of Singleton, approximately 30 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The upper Hunter Valley is known for its horse studs, coal mines, and the scenic Liverpool Range rising above the valley. There is no public transport serving Goorangoola; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Goorangoola falls under postcode 2330 and is governed by the Singleton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Macquarie, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Singleton
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.76°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
83.89 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2330

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2330, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$53,000
Median 2023–24
$61,393
▲ 15.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,264

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2330; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 3 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Singleton is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
257.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.7%
Motor vehicle theft
280.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
390 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Singleton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Goorangoola known for? +

Goorangoola is a quiet rural locality in the Singleton area of the Hunter Valley NSW. The locality covers approximately 84 square kilometres of pastoral land in the upper Hunter Valley near Singleton.

How far is Goorangoola from Sydney CBD? +

Goorangoola is approximately 240 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 3 to 4 hour drive.

Does Goorangoola have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Goorangoola. A private vehicle is essential, with Singleton approximately 30 kilometres away.

What is the population of Goorangoola? +

According to the 2021 Census, Goorangoola has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Singleton area of the Hunter Valley NSW.

Is Goorangoola a good place to live? +

Goorangoola suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Singleton area of the Hunter Valley NSW, with Singleton providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Goorangoola? +

The postcode for Goorangoola is 2330, covering this rural locality in the Singleton area of the Hunter Valley NSW.

Is Goorangoola a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Goorangoola is part of the Singleton 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.