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Moorbel

NSW 2804 • New South Wales

251
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet
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About Moorbel

Moorbel is a small rural locality in Cabonne Council, situated in the Central West region of New South Wales approximately 52 kilometres east of Orange and around 240 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. With a population of 251 residents in the 2021 Census across nearly 16 square kilometres, the locality is part of the broader Canowindra postcode area (2804) and sits within the Lachlan Tablelands. The area's median household income falls below the state average, consistent with the agricultural and grazing character of the wider Cabonne district.

Moorbel is surrounded by the rolling farmland and open plains typical of Central West NSW, and residents rely on the nearby town of Canowindra for services including shops, schools, and medical facilities. Canowindra itself is known for the internationally significant Age of Fishes fossil site and its strong agricultural heritage. The locality suits those seeking affordable rural land and a quiet lifestyle in the Central West, within driving distance of both Orange's full range of urban services and the charm of smaller Lachlan Valley towns.

Moorbel falls under postcode 2804 and is governed by the Cabonne 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
2804
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cabonne
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.54°, 148.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.91 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2804

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2804, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,426
Median 2023–24
$47,138
▲ 29.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,073

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2804; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Orange
55 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • Limited NSW TrainLink coach services — Canowindra / Orange Approx 20 min to Canowindra

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
Nearest station Orange (~55km drive), then approx 3h 15min by NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
2h 40min – 3h 10min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 30min – 2h 50min

🛣️ Car essential; Canowindra (~10km) is the main local service centre. Orange provides full urban services ~55km away.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or footpaths; all errands require driving to Canowindra or Orange

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
251
▲ 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 Moorbel. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
93.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
158.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
122.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
57.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Cabonne →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moorbel known for? +

Moorbel is a quiet rural locality in the Central West of NSW, known for its open farmland and grazing properties in the Cabonne district. It sits close to Canowindra, a town famous for its Age of Fishes fossil museum and strong agricultural heritage.

How far is Moorbel from Orange? +

Moorbel is approximately 52 kilometres east of Orange, the regional hub of Central West NSW, making it roughly a 40–50 minute drive. The nearest local service centre, Canowindra, is approximately 10 kilometres away.

Does Moorbel have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Moorbel. The nearest NSW TrainLink station is in Orange, approximately 55 kilometres away. A car is essential for all daily travel and errands.

What is the population of Moorbel? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 251 residents in Moorbel, spread across approximately 16 square kilometres of rural Central West NSW.

Is Moorbel a good place to live? +

Moorbel suits those seeking affordable rural land in the peaceful Central West, with the agricultural town of Canowindra nearby and Orange's full range of services within an hour's drive. It appeals to farming families and those who value open space and a quiet country lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Moorbel? +

Moorbel's postcode is 2804, shared with Canowindra and other Central West localities including Billimari, Burdett, and Nyrang Creek.

Is Moorbel a safe area? +

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