Tullakool

NSW 2732 • New South Wales

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
297.78 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Tullakool

Tullakool is a small rural hamlet in the Riverina region of south-western New South Wales, located within the Murray River Council local government area approximately 27 kilometres west of Wakool and 23 kilometres east of Burraboi. The locality covers an extensive 297 square kilometres of flat, irrigated agricultural land that forms part of the Murray Irrigation Area. With a population of 68 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Tullakool is a dispersed rural community centred on irrigated farming.

Tullakool has a notable place in Australian agricultural history as the site of the first commercial rice crop grown in the Murray Valley, and the surrounding district remains important for irrigated crops including rice, cotton, and cereals. The flat, open plains of the Riverina are characteristic of this part of NSW, where the Murray River and its tributary systems underpin the local farming economy. The nearest service town is Wakool to the east, while Deniliquin — the major regional centre for the lower Riverina — is approximately 80 kilometres to the south-east. Residents of Tullakool live a quintessential Riverina farming lifestyle, with private vehicles essential for accessing schools, services, and supplies.

Tullakool falls under postcode 2732 and is governed by the Murray River Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Farrer, while state elections fall under the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2732
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.54°, 144.23°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
297.78 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2732

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2732, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,817
Median 2023–24
$45,513
30.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,519

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2732; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
700 km
By Train
No practical rail access; car to Albury (approx. 160 km south) for interstate XPT trains
By Car (Peak)
7 hr - 7 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hr - 7 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Sturt Highway and Riverina Highway are main routes. Melbourne CBD is approx. 3 hr 30 min south via Hume Highway.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tullakool is a dispersed rural hamlet with no local shops or services; a car is required for all daily errands to Wakool or Deniliquin.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Barham High School ICSEA 951
    03 5453 2322 Gonn St
    GovernmentSecondaryCoedNon-Denominational
  • 🏫
    03 5453 2133 Wakool St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
302.3 / 100k
Motor vehicle theft
353.9 / 100k
Non-DV assault
221.2 / 100k
Robbery (unarmed)
14.7 / 100k
Steal from vehicle
250.7 / 100k

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tullakool known for? +

Tullakool is notable in Australian agricultural history as the location of the first commercial rice crop grown in the Murray Valley. The surrounding district remains an important irrigated farming area, producing rice, cotton, and cereals as part of the broader Murray Irrigation Area.

How far is Tullakool from Sydney CBD? +

Tullakool is approximately 700 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 7 to 7.5 hour drive. The nearest major regional city is Albury-Wodonga, approximately 160 kilometres to the south.

Does Tullakool have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Tullakool. The locality is highly car-dependent, with Wakool (27 km east) being the nearest service point. Albury is the closest town with interstate rail connections.

What is the population of Tullakool? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tullakool has a population of 68 residents across approximately 297 square kilometres, reflecting the very dispersed nature of settlement across large irrigated farming properties in the Murray Irrigation Area.

Is Tullakool a good place to live? +

Tullakool is well-suited to those involved in or connected to irrigated agriculture in the Riverina, offering a quiet, wide-open farming lifestyle. The region's flat plains and river systems provide a distinct landscape, but access to all services — including schools, healthcare, and shopping — requires significant travel to Wakool, Barham, or Deniliquin.

What is the postcode for Tullakool? +

The postcode for Tullakool, NSW is 2732.

Is Tullakool a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tullakool is part of the Murray River 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.