Mullaley
NSW 2379 • New South Wales
About Mullaley
Mullaley is a small rural locality in the Narrabri Shire of northwest New South Wales, situated on the Liverpool Plains approximately 60 kilometres west of Gunnedah. With a population of around 174 residents spread across 314 square kilometres, Mullaley forms part of the rich black-soil farming country of the Upper Namoi valley. The locality is known for its highly productive agricultural land, supporting cotton, wheat, and cattle operations typical of this prosperous farming region.
Life in Mullaley centres on agricultural work and the strong camaraderie of rural communities, with residents travelling to Gunnedah or Narrabri for major shopping, schools, and healthcare. The Liverpool Plains are regarded as some of the most fertile farmland in Australia, and Mullaley's residents are proud stewards of this productive landscape. A local hall and sports facilities serve as the social heart of the community, maintaining the traditions of outback country life.
Mullaley falls under postcode 2379 and is governed by the Gunnedah Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Tamworth electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2379
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2379 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2379; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Oxley Highway to Gunnedah then Pacific/New England Highway toward Sydney; nearest regional hub is Gunnedah or Narrabri
Remote farming locality with no local services; a vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Mullaley Public School ICSEA 9226743 7852 1 Nombi St
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Gunnedah Local Government Area, which contains Mullaley. 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)