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The Marra

NSW 2831 • New South Wales

76
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3001.04 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
OutbackRemoteRuralAgricultural
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About The Marra

The Marra is a vast, remote locality on the central-western plains of New South Wales, situated in the Warren region and covering an extraordinary 3,001 square kilometres of outback pastoral country. With a population of just 76 residents in the 2021 Census, the locality is among the most sparsely populated in the state, reflecting its character as open rangeland used primarily for sheep and cattle grazing. The nearest significant town is Nyngan in the Bogan Shire, with Cobar also accessible to the north-west as a regional service centre.

Life in The Marra is defined by the rhythms of pastoral farming, vast horizons, and the self-reliant spirit of outback communities in the Orana region. The landscape is one of sparse mulga scrub, red plains, and wide blue skies characteristic of central-western New South Wales. Residents travel to Nyngan or Cobar for schools, shopping, and health services, and the locality appeals strongly to those drawn to Australia's remote pastoral heritage and wide open spaces.

The Marra falls under postcode 2831 and is governed by the Warren Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Dubbo electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2831
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Warren
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.93°, 146.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3001.04 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2831

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2831 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$45,108
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$45,899

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2831; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services — Nyngan or Cobar N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
580 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx 6.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 6 hrs

🛣️ Nyngan ~80 km; Barrier Highway is the main route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is absolutely essential; no services exist within this very remote locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
76
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
nc / 100k
2yr Stable 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 Warren →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Marra known for? +

The Marra is known as a remote outback pastoral locality in the central-western plains of NSW, characterised by vast sheep and cattle stations on the open plains of the Orana region.

How far is The Marra from Sydney CBD? +

The Marra is approximately 580 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, around a 6–6.5 hour drive. The nearest town, Nyngan, is roughly 80 kilometres away.

Does The Marra have public transport? +

There is no public transport to The Marra. The locality is entirely car-dependent, with residents travelling to Nyngan or Cobar for all services.

What is the population of The Marra? +

According to the 2021 Census, The Marra has a population of 76 residents across its enormous 3,001 square kilometre area, making it one of NSW's most sparsely populated localities.

Is The Marra a good place to live? +

The Marra is suited to those involved in pastoral farming or who seek a deeply remote, self-reliant outback lifestyle. It offers extraordinary space and solitude, but limited access to services.

What is the postcode for The Marra? +

The postcode for The Marra is 2831, shared with Nyngan and surrounding localities in the Bogan Shire of the Orana region.

Is The Marra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Marra is part of the Warren 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.