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Gunningbland

NSW 2876 • New South Wales

90
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
177.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Gunningbland

Gunningbland is a small rural locality in the Parkes Shire, located in the Central West region of New South Wales, approximately 315 kilometres west of Sydney and around 30 kilometres west of the regional town of Parkes. Covering an area of approximately 177 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 90 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a dispersed farming district rather than a formal township. The surrounding land is highly productive agricultural country featuring self-mulching soils well suited to wheat, barley, and mixed grain and sheep farming.

Gunningbland is a quiet farming locality without a dedicated town centre or commercial strip, with residents relying on Parkes for shopping, schooling, healthcare, and community services. Parkes is one of the Central West's most important regional centres, offering a full range of amenities including hospitals, schools, the famous Parkes Elvis Festival, and the CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope. The area suits those who value the open spaces and working-farm lifestyle of inland NSW, with the added benefit of Parkes just a short drive away.

Gunningbland falls under postcode 2876 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
2876
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Parkes
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.16°, 147.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
177.24 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2876

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2876 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$36,214
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$35,259

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2876; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Parkes
30 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Sydney via Parkes and Orange Approx. 5–6 hrs to Sydney via Parkes

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
315 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Parkes (30 km) then NSW TrainLink service to Sydney (approx. 5–6 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Located west of Parkes via rural roads; the Newell Highway passes through Parkes providing a key north-south connection

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Gunningbland is a dispersed rural farming locality with no commercial services — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
90
▲ 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 Gunningbland. 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

What is Gunningbland known for? +

Gunningbland is known as a productive agricultural locality west of Parkes, where farming families have operated mixed grain and sheep properties for generations. The area features highly arable self-mulching soils well suited to wheat, barley, and livestock grazing.

How far is Gunningbland from Sydney? +

Gunningbland is approximately 315 kilometres west of Sydney, making it around a 3-hour 15-minute drive via the Great Western Highway and Mitchell Highway through Orange and Parkes.

Does Gunningbland have public transport? +

Gunningbland has no local bus or rail service. The nearest transport hub is Parkes, approximately 30 kilometres to the east, where NSW TrainLink coach and limited rail services connect to Sydney and regional centres. A car is essential for local residents.

What is the population of Gunningbland? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gunningbland has a population of 90 residents, consistent with its character as a small, dispersed agricultural locality in the Central West.

Is Gunningbland a good place to live? +

Gunningbland is well suited to farming families and those who value a quiet rural lifestyle in the productive Central West region of NSW. Parkes, just 30 kilometres away, provides access to supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and the lively regional community scene.

What is the postcode for Gunningbland? +

The postcode for Gunningbland, New South Wales is 2876.

Is Gunningbland a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gunningbland 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.