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Pallamallawa

NSW 2399 • New South Wales

472
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
497.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackAgriculturalRemote
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About Pallamallawa

Pallamallawa is a small rural locality in north-western New South Wales, situated approximately 38 kilometres north-west of Moree in the Moree Plains Shire local government area. Covering a vast 497 square kilometres of flat agricultural land typical of the region, the locality has a population of 472 residents spread thinly across grazing and cropping properties. The area sits within the Northern Tablelands electorate and the broader north-west slopes and plains, a region renowned for its rich agricultural output.

The local economy is centred on dryland farming and grazing, with cotton, wheat, and livestock production playing a key role in the district. Moree — known for its artesian hot springs and as a major regional service centre — provides access to hospitals, schools, supermarkets, and commercial services for Pallamallawa residents. The locality offers a classic outback and agricultural lifestyle, with wide open skies, red soil country, and the quiet rhythms of a farming community.

Pallamallawa falls under postcode 2399 and is governed by the Moree Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2399
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moree Plains
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.41°, 150.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
497.58 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Pallamallawa for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$230K
7 sales · ▲ 8% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2399

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2399 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$59,681
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,703

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2399; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Moree Approx. 35-45 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
505 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Moree for regional train services to Sydney (approx. 8–10 hr)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min – 6 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr 15 min – 6 hr

🛣️ Newell Highway (via Narrabri and Dubbo) is the main route south; flights from Moree Airport are the fastest option to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Pallamallawa is a vast rural locality with no local amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
472
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,849.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
593 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
1,240.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
31.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
639.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.9%
View all 62 offence types for Moree Plains →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pallamallawa known for? +

Pallamallawa is known as an agricultural locality in the Moree Plains Shire, with extensive dryland farming including cotton, wheat, and cattle grazing on the fertile black soils of north-western New South Wales.

How far is Pallamallawa from Sydney CBD? +

Pallamallawa is approximately 505 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, making it around a 5.5 to 6.5 hour drive via the Newell Highway through Narrabri and Dubbo.

Does Pallamallawa have public transport? +

Pallamallawa has no local public transport services. Moree, approximately 38 kilometres away, offers regional train and coach connections to Sydney and Brisbane. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Pallamallawa? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pallamallawa has a population of approximately 472 residents spread across the locality's vast 497 square kilometre area, primarily on farming and grazing properties.

Is Pallamallawa a good place to live? +

Pallamallawa suits those committed to an agricultural lifestyle and the rhythms of rural outback NSW. It offers wide open spaces and a quiet farming community, with Moree providing essential services, artesian hot springs, and regional amenities within a 40-minute drive.

What is the postcode for Pallamallawa? +

The postcode for Pallamallawa is 2399, which covers localities in the Moree Plains area of north-western New South Wales.

What is the median house price in Pallamallawa? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $230,000, up 8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Pallamallawa a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pallamallawa is part of the Moree Plains 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.