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Warren

NSW 2824 • Rest of NSW

1,272
Population (2021)
$65,884
Median Household Income
239.20 km²
Area
$215/wk
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly

About Warren

Warren is a rural town in the Orana region of New South Wales, situated approximately 536 kilometres north-west of Sydney and 120 kilometres north-west of Dubbo on the Mitchell Highway. With a population of around 1,365 people (2021 census), it serves as the administrative seat of Warren Shire Council. The town is set on the Macquarie River floodplain, and the surrounding district is one of Australia's most productive cotton-growing regions, with extensive irrigation schemes supporting cropping and sheep grazing across the flat plains.

Warren offers a classic outback town lifestyle with a close-knit community, essential services, and the seasonal rhythms of an agricultural economy. The town provides primary and secondary schooling, a hospital, supermarkets, sporting clubs, and the iconic Macquarie Valley Golf Club. Cotton harvests bring seasonal activity, and the region is also known for excellent fishing in the Macquarie River and surrounding wetlands. Warren attracts families, farmers, and those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle well away from the coast, with a strong sense of community pride and a network of local events throughout the year.

Warren falls under postcode 2824 and is governed by Warren Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2824
Urban Area
Warren
LGA / Council
Warren
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Barwon
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.72°, 147.86°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
239.20 km²
Elevation
197m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Warren for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$245K
25 sales · ▲ 32.4% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$215
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
45 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.2%

12 state housing + 20 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional Coach — Dubbo via Mitchell Highway ~1.5 hours

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
536 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest rail at Dubbo (120km away)
By Car (Peak)
~5.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5 hours

🛣️ Via Mitchell Highway through Dubbo. Regional Express (Rex) fly between Dubbo and Sydney.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Flat town layout allows walking between local amenities; car essential for travel beyond town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

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

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,389
Census 2021
1,272
▼ 8.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,592
Personal Income 2021
$38,480
▲ 14.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$38,480 / yr
$740/wk
Household
$65,884 / yr
$1267/wk
Family
$89,492 / yr
$1721/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,057
Born Overseas 82

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 16
  • 2. New Zealand 14
  • 3. England 10
  • 4. South Africa 6
  • 5. Thailand 6
  • 6. Taiwan 5
  • 7. Japan 4
  • 8. Malaysia 4
  • 9. Scotland 4
  • 10. Bangladesh 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 544
English 432
Australian Aboriginal 208
Irish 171
Scottish 106
German 33
Filipino 16
Chinese 14
Italian 10
Dutch 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

990
Both parents born in Australia
87
Both parents born overseas
62
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
69.7%
No Religion
19.1%
Islam
1.1%
Buddhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (6.3%)
5-14 years
163 (12.8%)
15-19 years
57 (4.5%)
20-24 years
64 (5.0%)
25-34 years
137 (10.8%)
35-44 years
126 (9.9%)
45-54 years
134 (10.5%)
55-64 years
178 (14.0%)
65-74 years
183 (14.4%)
75-84 years
120 (9.4%)
85+ years
28 (2.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Warren NSW located? +

Warren is a town in the Orana region of New South Wales, located approximately 536 km north-west of Sydney and 120 km north-west of Dubbo on the Mitchell Highway.

What is Warren NSW known for? +

Warren is well known as the centre of one of Australia's leading cotton-growing regions, with extensive irrigation schemes along the Macquarie River. The town also offers good fishing, an 18-hole golf course, and warm outback hospitality.

What is the population of Warren NSW? +

Warren had a population of approximately 1,365 people at the 2021 census.

How do I get to Warren NSW from Sydney? +

Warren is approximately 5–5.5 hours drive from Sydney via the Great Western Highway and Mitchell Highway. Regional coach services connect Warren to Dubbo. The nearest commercial airport is Dubbo Regional Airport (120 km away), with flights to Sydney.

What is the average income in Warren? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Warren is about $740 per week (around $38,500 per year). The median household income is $1,267 per week and the median family income is $1,721 per week.

What is the median house price in Warren? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $245,000, up 32.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Warren? +

The median age in Warren is 45. The largest age group is 65–74 (183 residents, around 14%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Warren a safe area? +

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

What is the population of Warren? +

Warren had a population of 1,272 at the 2021 Census, down 8.4% from 1,389 in 2016.

How much is rent in Warren? +

In Warren, the median weekly rent is $215, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,083 (2021 Census).