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Rob Roy

NSW 2360 • New South Wales

69
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
39.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRemote
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About Rob Roy

Rob Roy is a small rural locality in the Inverell Shire Council area of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 14 kilometres west of the town of Inverell in the New England region. With a 2021 census population of just 69 residents across around 40 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by productive basalt soil farming country typical of the broader Inverell district. The area falls within the federal electorate of Parkes and the state electorate of Northern Tablelands, reflecting its deep rural roots in the northern tablelands pastoral tradition.

The landscape around Rob Roy is dominated by open farmland and grazing properties, with Rob Roy Creek flowing through the area. Residents depend on Inverell — a regional town offering supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and services — for all daily needs, with the drive taking around 15 minutes. The locality attracts those seeking space and privacy in a working agricultural setting, and the broader Inverell Shire is renowned for its sapphire and diamond gem fields, fertile grazing land, and the Gwydir Highway connecting the region to the coast and outback.

Rob Roy falls under postcode 2360 and is governed by the Inverell 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
2360
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Inverell
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.63°, 151.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.53 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2360

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2360, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,819
Median 2023–24
$49,584
▲ 18.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$62,333

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2360; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
590 km
By Train
No direct rail; NSW TrainLink coach from Inverell to Tamworth, then train to Sydney (~8 hr total)
By Car (Peak)
6 hr – 7 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr – 6 hr 30 min

🛣️ Inverell (~14 km away) is the main service centre. Gwydir Highway connects to the coast. Car is essential.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rob Roy is a rural farming locality with no local amenities; a car is required for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
69
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
470.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.4%
Motor vehicle theft
165.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
619.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
320.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.1%
View all 62 offence types for Inverell →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rob Roy known for? +

Rob Roy is known as a quiet rural farming locality on the fertile basalt plains west of Inverell, characterised by sheep and cattle grazing properties and the agricultural heritage of the New England region.

How far is Rob Roy from Inverell? +

Rob Roy is approximately 14 kilometres west of Inverell, making it around a 15-minute drive to the main regional town for services, shopping, and schools.

Does Rob Roy have public transport? +

Rob Roy has no local bus or rail service. Inverell, the nearest town, is served by NSW TrainLink coach services connecting to Tamworth and Armidale. A private vehicle is essential for residents of Rob Roy.

What is the population of Rob Roy? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rob Roy has a population of 69 residents. The locality covers approximately 40 square kilometres of farming and grazing land in the Inverell Shire.

Is Rob Roy a good place to live? +

Rob Roy appeals to those who value a peaceful rural lifestyle on productive agricultural land in the New England region. The community is small and private, with Inverell nearby for all services, though a car is absolutely essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Rob Roy? +

The postcode for Rob Roy, NSW is 2360, shared with the regional town of Inverell and surrounding localities.

Is Rob Roy a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rob Roy is part of the Inverell 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.