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Jemalong

NSW 2871 • New South Wales

82
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
289.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPastoral
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About Jemalong

Jemalong is a sparsely populated rural locality in the central-west of New South Wales, situated approximately 21 kilometres south-west of Forbes within the Forbes Shire Council area. Spread across a vast 289 square kilometres of Lachlan Valley farming country, Jemalong recorded a population of 82 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a working agricultural district rather than a residential village. The locality has a long pastoral history and gave its name to the former Shire of Jemalong, which amalgamated with Forbes in 1981.

The Jemalong locality is defined by large-scale irrigated and dryland agriculture, with major properties producing cotton, winter cereals, oilseeds, beef cattle, wool, and lamb. Jemalong Station, one of the region's most prominent holdings at nearly 13,500 hectares, exemplifies the scale of farming that characterises this district. The area is also home to Jemalong Wool, a respected regional wool marketing company established in 1980. Forbes, the nearest service town, provides residents with shops, schools, healthcare, and rail connections.

Jemalong falls under postcode 2871 and is governed by the Forbes 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
2871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Forbes
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 147.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
289.42 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,232
Median 2023–24
$55,428
▲ 31.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,827

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Forbes Station (Coach Stop)
21 km
N/A - drive required

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Line 572 — Parkes / Orange (via Forbes) 27 min to Parkes

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Forbes (21 km) for NSW TrainLink bus/coach connections
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 0 min

🛣️ Highly car-dependent; all services accessed via Forbes

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Jemalong is a working farming district with no local services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
82
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
570.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
408.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
677.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
21.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
1,043.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.2%
View all 62 offence types for Forbes →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jemalong known for? +

Jemalong is known for its large-scale agriculture in the Lachlan Valley, including irrigated cotton, winter cereals, beef cattle, and wool production. The locality also gave its name to the historic Shire of Jemalong and is home to Jemalong Wool, one of Australia's leading regional wool marketing organisations.

How far is Jemalong from Forbes? +

Jemalong is approximately 21 kilometres south-west of Forbes, the nearest service town. The drive takes around 20–25 minutes on local roads.

Does Jemalong have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Jemalong directly. The nearest transport hub is Forbes, approximately 21 kilometres away, which has NSW TrainLink bus services connecting to Parkes and Orange. A private vehicle is essential for all residents.

What is the population of Jemalong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jemalong had a population of 82 residents. This low population across a very large area of 289 square kilometres reflects its character as a working agricultural district rather than a residential township.

Is Jemalong a good place to live? +

Jemalong is well-suited to those involved in broad-acre farming and pastoral industries, offering a quiet and remote lifestyle in the fertile Lachlan Valley. All essential services, schools, and healthcare are found in Forbes, making the town a necessary part of daily life for locals.

What is the postcode for Jemalong? +

The postcode for Jemalong is 2871, which it shares with Forbes and several surrounding localities in the central-west of New South Wales.

Is Jemalong a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jemalong is part of the Forbes 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.