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Warroo

NSW 2871 • New South Wales

123
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
301.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Warroo

Warroo is a small rural locality in the Central West of New South Wales, situated in the Forbes Shire approximately 370 kilometres west of Sydney. The locality sits in a gently undulating agricultural landscape near the Lachlan River Valley, an area known for cereal cropping, sheep grazing, and mixed farming. With a population of around 123 residents, Warroo has the quiet character of a tight-knit farming community far removed from urban centres.

Residents of Warroo rely on the regional city of Forbes, approximately 25 kilometres away, for shopping, schooling, and health services. The Central West landscape offers seasonal beauty with golden canola and wheat fields, and the broader Forbes region is known for its rich pastoral history. Life here suits those drawn to rural tranquillity, outdoor pursuits such as fishing on the Lachlan River, and the strong community bonds typical of small country localities.

Warroo falls under postcode 2871 and is governed by the Forbes Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Forbes
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 147.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
301.06 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,232
Median 2023–24
$55,428
▲ 31.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,827

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Forbes Station
25 km
Drive required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Forbes to Central, approx. 5-6 hours
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hours

🛣️ Accessible via Mid-Western Highway (A32).

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely car dependent. No public transport or pedestrian infrastructure within the locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
123
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
570.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
408.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
677.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
21.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
1,043.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.2%
View all 62 offence types for Forbes →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Warroo NSW? +

Warroo is a small rural locality in the Forbes Shire, Central West NSW, approximately 370 km west of Sydney and 25 km from Forbes.

What is the closest town to Warroo? +

Forbes is the closest major town to Warroo, offering supermarkets, schools, medical services, and a NSW TrainLink rail connection.

What is the main industry in Warroo? +

Agriculture is the primary industry, with sheep grazing, wheat cropping, and mixed farming dominant across the locality.

Is Warroo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Warroo is part of the Forbes 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 Warroo? +

Warroo had a population of 123 at the 2021 Census.