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Minore

NSW 2830 • New South Wales

194
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
87.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordablePeacefulRemote
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About Minore

Minore is a small rural locality in the Narromine Shire Council area of central New South Wales, positioned midway between Narromine (16 kilometres to the west) and Dubbo (approximately 20 kilometres to the east). Located in the Central West region, around 313 kilometres north-west of Sydney, the locality spans 87 square kilometres of flat agricultural land and supports a population of around 194 residents.

The local economy is anchored in agriculture, with cropping and livestock farming — including wheat, sheep, and cattle — the dominant industries across the surrounding plains. Residents access shopping, healthcare, and schools in nearby Dubbo, one of regional NSW's largest centres, or in the smaller town of Narromine. Minore suits those seeking an affordable country lifestyle in the heart of the Central West, with access to the Mitchell Highway connecting the region.

Minore falls under postcode 2830 and is governed by the Dubbo Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Dubbo electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2830
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dubbo
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.24°, 148.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
87.33 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2830

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2830, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,674
Median 2023–24
$60,715
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,817

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2830; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dubbo
20 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No scheduled local bus service — Dubbo / Narromine N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
313 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest station at Dubbo (~20 km), then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~5.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Access via Mitchell Highway; Dubbo Airport offers regional flights

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

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
194
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
491.3 / 100k
2yr Down 32.0% 10yr Down 12.8%
Motor vehicle theft
300 / 100k
2yr Down 20.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
782.5 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Up 1.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
435.1 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 14.3%
View all 62 offence types for Dubbo →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minore known for? +

Minore is known as a quiet agricultural locality in NSW's Central West, characterised by broad cropping paddocks and livestock properties between the towns of Narromine and Dubbo. Wheat, sheep, and cattle farming are the mainstays of the local economy.

How far is Minore from Dubbo? +

Minore is approximately 20 kilometres west of Dubbo, a drive of around 20 minutes via the Mitchell Highway.

Does Minore have public transport? +

There is no local bus service to Minore. The nearest train station is at Dubbo, approximately 20 kilometres away, where NSW TrainLink operates services to Sydney. A car is necessary for all local travel.

What is the population of Minore? +

According to the 2021 Census, Minore has a population of approximately 194 residents across its 87-square-kilometre area, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming locality.

Is Minore a good place to live? +

Minore offers a genuinely rural lifestyle at an affordable price point, suited to those involved in or supportive of agricultural industries. Dubbo provides access to a full range of urban services, including hospitals, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Minore? +

The postcode for Minore, NSW is 2830, which it shares with Narromine and the surrounding Narromine Shire.

Is Minore a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Minore is part of the Dubbo 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.