Pomona
NSW 2648 • New South Wales
About Pomona
Pomona is a small rural locality in far western New South Wales, situated in the arid outback near the Darling River corridor close to Wentworth. With a population of just 167 people, it is a sparsely settled locality characterised by flat, semi-arid landscapes, dry riverbeds, and expansive grazing properties. The locality falls within one of Australia's most remote and least populated regions, where harsh summer heat and minimal rainfall define the environment. Pomona's modest permanent population reflects the challenging outback conditions typical of the region.
Residents of Pomona rely heavily on private vehicles and travel to nearby Wentworth for shopping, schooling, and essential services. The surrounding land is used predominantly for sheep and cattle grazing, with irrigation farming along the river flats. The community lifestyle is quintessential outback Australia — self-sufficient, tight-knit, and deeply connected to the land. Despite its small size, the locality benefits from its proximity to Wentworth, which offers riverfront amenities and the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers.
Pomona falls under postcode 2648 and is governed by the Wentworth Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Murray electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2648
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2648, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2648; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Extremely remote locality; car is the only practical transport option
No footpaths or local services; private vehicle essential
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Pomona Public School ICSEA 92903 5027 3486 502 Pomona Rd
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Pooncarie Public School ICSEA 93703 5029 5231 Tarcoola Rd
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Palinyewah Public School ICSEA 967248A Ellerslie Road
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Wentworth Public School ICSEA 881107 Darling Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wentworth Local Government Area, which contains Pomona. 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)