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Niangala

NSW 2354 • New South Wales

149
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
691.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalNew England
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About Niangala

Niangala is a remote rural locality in the New England Tablelands region of New South Wales, situated within Walcha Council on the southern slopes of the Great Dividing Range. The locality is one of the larger by land area in the region, covering almost 692 square kilometres of grazing country, and is accessed via the Niangala-Walcha Road. With a 2021 Census population of 149 residents and one of the lower median incomes in the state, Niangala is a sparsely settled farming community in one of New England's most tightly held pastoral districts.

The landscape around Niangala is characterised by open New England grazing country, river flats, and timbered ridges, making it prime mixed farming territory for beef cattle and sheep. The nearest major service centre is Walcha, around 30 kilometres to the north, which provides schools, supermarkets, and basic services for the surrounding district. Niangala suits landowners and farmers seeking productive rural country at the southern end of Walcha Council, with Armidale accessible for a wider range of services and Tamworth within a couple of hours by road.

Niangala falls under postcode 2354 and is governed by the Walcha Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2354
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Walcha
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.15°, 151.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
691.84 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2354

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2354, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,315
Median 2023–24
$43,913
▲ 35.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,296

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2354; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited community transport — Walcha / Armidale Approx. 30-40 min to Walcha by road

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
420 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
5-5.5 hr via New England Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5-5 hr

🛣️ Walcha is the nearest service town (~30 km north); Armidale is approx. 90 km to the north; Tamworth approx. 130 km west

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

An extremely car-dependent locality with no walkable services or retail within Niangala itself

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
149
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Niangala known for? +

Niangala is known for its productive New England grazing country, with large pastoral holdings used for beef cattle and sheep farming. The locality is regarded as one of New England's most tightly held rural districts.

How far is Niangala from Tamworth? +

Niangala is approximately 130 kilometres east of Tamworth, the nearest major regional city, making it around a 1.5-hour drive via the Oxley Highway and local roads.

Does Niangala have public transport? +

There is no public transport service to Niangala. A private vehicle is essential; Walcha, around 30 kilometres to the north, is the nearest town with basic services.

What is the population of Niangala? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 149 residents in Niangala, spread across an extensive area of nearly 692 square kilometres of rural tablelands.

Is Niangala a good place to live? +

Niangala is well suited to farmers, rural lifestyle seekers, and those who value wide-open spaces and the quiet of the New England Tablelands. It is a genuine working rural community, though all services require travel to Walcha or Armidale.

What is the postcode for Niangala? +

The postcode for Niangala is 2354, shared with Walcha and surrounding localities in the Walcha Council area.

Is Niangala a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Niangala is part of the Walcha 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.