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Wallangra

NSW 2360 • New South Wales

93
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
396.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackFarming CommunityAgriculturalQuiet
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About Wallangra

Wallangra is a small rural locality in the Gwydir region of northern New South Wales, located approximately 70 kilometres north-west of Inverell near the Queensland border. The locality covers an expansive 397 square kilometres of semi-arid grazing country and had a population of 93 at the 2021 census. The area is characterised by open plains, scattered timber, and properties used primarily for wool, beef cattle, and grain production on the northern tablelands.

Wallangra offers a deeply traditional outback farming lifestyle with a tight-knit community that values self-sufficiency and rural heritage. The nearby town of Ashford provides basic services, while Inverell is the closest regional centre for shopping, healthcare, and education. The region is known for its wide open skies, working sheep and cattle stations, and the kind of unhurried pace of life that appeals to those escaping city pressures.

Wallangra 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
396.60 km²
Population Density
0 /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

  • NSW TrainLink coach (limited) — Inverell ~1 hr

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
610 km
By Train
N/A
By Bus
N/A
By Car (Peak)
~7 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
~6 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Inverell is the nearest regional centre (~70 km). No rail service. Car is the primary mode of transport.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Expansive rural locality with no public transport or pedestrian infrastructure.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
93
▲ 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 Wallangra. 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 Wallangra known for? +

Wallangra is known for its traditional outback farming heritage in the Gwydir region of northern New South Wales, with sheep and cattle grazing on extensive rural properties. The community maintains a tight-knit character typical of small country localities near Inverell.

How far is Wallangra from Inverell? +

Wallangra is approximately 70 kilometres north-west of Inverell, the nearest regional town with full services, with a drive time of around 50-60 minutes via rural roads.

Does Wallangra have public transport? +

Wallangra has no public transport services. The locality is entirely car-dependent, with Inverell providing the nearest town with essential services and regional connections.

What is the population of Wallangra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wallangra has a population of approximately 93 residents, reflecting its character as a small rural community in the Gwydir Shire.

Is Wallangra a good place to live? +

Wallangra suits those committed to a traditional farming lifestyle in the NSW Gwydir region. It offers a genuine outback community atmosphere and vast open landscapes, but requires long drives to access services in Inverell or beyond.

What is the postcode for Wallangra? +

The postcode for Wallangra is 2360.

Is Wallangra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wallangra 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.