Tomingley
NSW 2869 • New South Wales
About Tomingley
Tomingley is a small rural locality in the Central West of New South Wales, situated approximately 60 kilometres north of Parkes and within the Narromine Shire Council area. With a population of around 342 at the 2021 Census, Tomingley is a quiet agricultural community set amid the flat, open plains typical of the region. The locality owes its origin to gold mining, and mining remains an important part of its identity today through the Tomingley Gold Operations, operated by Alkane Resources.
Life in Tomingley revolves around the land and the close bonds of a small rural community. The surrounding area supports wheat and sheep farming, and the reactivation of gold mining operations has brought renewed economic activity to the district. The nearest significant services — including schools, hospitals, and supermarkets — are found in Narromine (about 35 km north) or Parkes to the south. Residents enjoy wide open skies, a genuine country lifestyle, and the camaraderie of a community that has weathered both boom and quiet times.
Tomingley falls under postcode 2869 and is governed by the Narromine Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2869
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2869, 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 2869; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coach — Dubbo / Parkes Approx 1 hr to Dubbo
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Tomingley is a remote rural locality; most residents travel to Narromine or Dubbo for major services.
A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Peak Hill Central School ICSEA 8156869 1304 Caswell St
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Caswell Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Narromine Local Government Area, which contains Tomingley. 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)