Kaputar
NSW 2390 • New South Wales
About Kaputar
Kaputar is a small rural locality in north-western New South Wales, situated adjacent to Mount Kaputar National Park approximately 50 kilometres east of Narrabri. The area sits on the slopes of an ancient volcanic landscape formed between 17 and 21 million years ago, lending it a dramatic and rugged character. With a very small permanent population, Kaputar is primarily known as a gateway for bushwalkers, campers, and nature enthusiasts visiting the national park. The locality falls within the Narrabri Shire local government area.
The main draw of Kaputar is the 502 square kilometre national park that shares its name, which offers exceptional hiking, wildlife watching, and panoramic views from the 1,524-metre summit of Mount Kaputar. The park is home to diverse flora and fauna including rare endemic species. Services in the locality are minimal, with the nearest town amenities found in Narrabri. The area appeals strongly to outdoor adventurers, grey nomads, and those seeking solitude in one of New South Wales' most distinctive highland landscapes.
Kaputar falls under postcode 2390 and is governed by the Narrabri Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2390
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2390, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2390; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional Coach — Narrabri (coach services) ~60 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Nearest regional centre is Narrabri (~50 km). No train service to the locality itself.
Kaputar is a remote rural locality with no public transport and very limited services. A private vehicle is essential.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Narrabri High School ICSEA 8646792 1633 2 Gibbons Street
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Narrabri Public School ICSEA 8236792 2246 Barwan St
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Narrabri West Public School ICSEA 8896792 2377 6 Cooma Rd
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32 Nendewar Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Narrabri Local Government Area, which contains Kaputar. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)