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Wambangalang

NSW 2830 • New South Wales

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
273.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Wambangalang

Wambangalang is a large rural locality in the Central Western Plains of New South Wales, situated within the Dubbo Regional Council local government area approximately 50 kilometres north-east of Dubbo. The locality spans nearly 274 square kilometres of open farmland, grasslands, and travelling stock routes typical of the Western Plains region. With a population of 68 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Wambangalang is a sparsely settled community spread across expansive agricultural and grazing holdings.

The landscape is characterised by the broad open plains of the Central West, with mixed grazing and dryland cropping operations defining the rural economy of the area. Wambangalang is home to the Wambangalang Environmental Education Centre, which operates within a travelling stock route reserve and offers environmental and sustainability education programs for schools across NSW. Dubbo, the major regional hub of the Central West, provides the nearest comprehensive services including hospitals, secondary schools, shopping centres, and transport connections. The locality is well-positioned within the Dubbo Regional Council, which has been among the fastest-growing regional councils in NSW in recent years.

Wambangalang falls under postcode 2830 and is governed by the Dubbo 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
2830
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dubbo
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.56°, 148.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
273.85 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2830

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2830, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,674
Median 2023–24
$60,715
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,817

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2830; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dubbo Station
50 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • No local bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
380 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Dubbo station for NSW TrainLink services to Sydney (approx. 5 hr by train)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr - 4 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 45 min - 4 hr

🛣️ Car essential. Mitchell Highway connects Dubbo to Sydney via Bathurst and the Great Western Highway. Dubbo has a regional airport with flights to Sydney.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wambangalang is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; all daily errands require a car trip to Dubbo or nearby towns.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 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 Dubbo Local Government Area, which contains Wambangalang. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
491.3 / 100k
2yr Down 32.0% 10yr Down 12.8%
Motor vehicle theft
300 / 100k
2yr Down 20.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
782.5 / 100k
2yr Down 23.2% 10yr Up 1.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
435.1 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 14.3%
View all 62 offence types for Dubbo →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wambangalang known for? +

Wambangalang is home to the Wambangalang Environmental Education Centre, which operates within a travelling stock route reserve and delivers environmental and sustainability education programs for school students across NSW. The locality is otherwise a quiet rural area of open farmland and grasslands on the Central Western Plains.

How far is Wambangalang from Dubbo? +

Wambangalang is approximately 50 kilometres north-east of Dubbo, the major regional centre of the Central West of NSW. Dubbo provides the nearest access to hospitals, secondary schools, shopping, and transport services including flights to Sydney.

Does Wambangalang have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Wambangalang. The nearest train station is at Dubbo, approximately 50 kilometres to the south-west, with NSW TrainLink services operating to Sydney. A private vehicle is essential for all travel from this rural locality.

What is the population of Wambangalang? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wambangalang has a population of 68 residents across approximately 274 square kilometres of rural land, reflecting its highly dispersed farming and grazing character in the Central Western Plains.

Is Wambangalang a good place to live? +

Wambangalang suits those seeking a quiet farming lifestyle in the Central Western Plains, with the regional hub of Dubbo providing access to a full range of urban services within a reasonable drive. The locality offers space, open landscapes, and a strong rural community character, though all daily errands require travel by car.

What is the postcode for Wambangalang? +

The postcode for Wambangalang, NSW is 2830.

Is Wambangalang a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wambangalang is part of the Dubbo 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.