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Wallaroo

NSW 2324 • New South Wales

576
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
91.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCommuter BeltQuiet
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About Wallaroo

Wallaroo is a rural locality in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, situated within the Upper Hunter electorate approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Newcastle. Covering over 91 square kilometres, it is a spacious rural locality with a 2021 Census population of 576 residents across approximately 179 dwellings. The area is characterised by grazing land and rural properties typical of the Hunter Valley hinterland, with a median household income around the regional average. Housing is low-density with properties spread across a broad rural footprint.

Wallaroo’s rural setting attracts those seeking space and a country lifestyle within reach of the Hunter Valley’s services. Residents have access to nearby towns including Cessnock, Maitland, and Raymond Terrace for shopping, healthcare, and schools. The broader region is well known for its wine country, with the Hunter Valley wine region easily accessible, adding a popular lifestyle dimension through cellar doors and rural tourism.

Wallaroo falls under postcode 2324 and is governed by the Yass Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Paterson, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2324
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yass Valley
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.62°, 152.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
91.06 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2324

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2324, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,986
Median 2023–24
$52,532
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,076

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2324; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Cessnock / Maitland Varies

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
65 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest stations approx 25–35 km away
By Car (Peak)
55–75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–60 min

🛣️ Rural locality; private vehicle is essential. Access via New England Highway and connecting roads.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no walkable services; all daily errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
576
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
62.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
96.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
73.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Yass Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wallaroo known for? +

Wallaroo is a quiet rural locality in the NSW Hunter Region, known for its wide-open agricultural landscape and proximity to the Hunter Valley wine region. The area attracts those seeking a country lifestyle with access to regional services in Cessnock and Maitland.

How far is Wallaroo from Newcastle? +

Wallaroo is approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Newcastle CBD, typically a 45 to 75 minute drive depending on traffic.

Does Wallaroo have public transport? +

Wallaroo has very limited public transport. There is no rail service; the nearest train stations are in Cessnock or Maitland, roughly 25–35 kilometres away. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Wallaroo? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 576 in Wallaroo, NSW, spread across approximately 179 dwellings across its large 91 square kilometre rural area.

Is Wallaroo a good place to live? +

Wallaroo suits those seeking a spacious rural lifestyle with Hunter Valley wine country on their doorstep and regional centres like Cessnock and Maitland within reach. It is best suited to those comfortable with car dependency and a quiet country setting.

What is the postcode for Wallaroo? +

The postcode for Wallaroo, NSW is 2324.

Is Wallaroo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wallaroo is part of the Yass Valley 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.