Guyong

NSW 2798 • New South Wales

118
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
67.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Guyong

Guyong is a small rural locality in the Central Western Tablelands of New South Wales, located approximately 20 kilometres north-east of Orange within the Orange Council area. The locality covers around 67 square kilometres of open agricultural land and sits in the fertile farming belt of the Central West, at an elevation typical of the region's tablelands character. With a 2021 Census population of 118 residents, Guyong is a quiet, productive farming community within the federal electorate of Calare and the state electorate of Orange, with a median household income reflective of the broader rural Central West.

The landscape around Guyong is characterised by gently rolling hills, mixed grazing and cropping properties, and the wide skies of inland New South Wales. The area is within easy reach of Orange, a major regional city well-serviced with hospitals, schools, a thriving food and wine scene, and Charles Sturt University. Day-to-day necessities, shopping, and schooling are accessed in Orange or the surrounding villages. Guyong itself offers a peaceful rural lifestyle for farming families and those seeking space and quiet within commuting distance of a regional centre.

Guyong falls under postcode 2798 and is governed by the Cabonne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2798
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.46°, 149.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
67.43 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2798

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2798, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,339
Median 2023–24
$60,958
28.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$83,303

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2798; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Orange Station
20 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus services — Orange (approx. 20 km south-west) N/A — private vehicle required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink regional train from Orange Station to Sydney Central (approx. 3.5 hours); 20 km drive to Orange Station
By Car (Peak)
3 to 3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 to 3 hours

🛣️ Orange is the main service hub; Mitchell Highway and Great Western Highway provide access to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A purely rural locality with no local shops or footpaths; all errands require driving to Orange or nearby villages

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
118
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
93.5 / 100k
Motor vehicle theft
158.3 / 100k
Non-DV assault
122.3 / 100k
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
Steal from vehicle
57.6 / 100k

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Guyong known for? +

Guyong is a small agricultural locality known for its open farming landscapes in the Central Western Tablelands of NSW. It sits in the productive mixed cropping and grazing country surrounding Orange, a major regional city renowned for its food, wine, and cool-climate produce.

How far is Guyong from Orange? +

Guyong is approximately 20 kilometres north-east of Orange, making it a 15 to 25 minute drive to the city centre depending on the route.

Does Guyong have public transport? +

There is no local bus service to Guyong. The nearest train station is Orange, approximately 20 kilometres away, which offers NSW TrainLink regional services to Sydney. A car is the practical mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Guyong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Guyong has a population of 118 residents, reflecting its character as a small, spread-out farming locality on the Central Western Tablelands.

Is Guyong a good place to live? +

Guyong suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with access to a strong regional centre. Orange's schools, hospital, restaurants, and cultural life are within reasonable driving distance, while the locality itself offers space, fresh air, and a genuine country atmosphere.

What is the postcode for Guyong? +

The postcode for Guyong is 2798, which also covers Orange and surrounding Central Western localities.

Is Guyong a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Guyong is part of the Cabonne 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.