Whitlow

NSW 2404 • New South Wales

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
258.46 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Whitlow

Whitlow is a tiny rural locality in north-western New South Wales, situated in the Northern Tablelands region roughly between Inverell and Moree (postcode 2404). With a population of just 51 residents spread across approximately 258 square kilometres, it is one of the most sparsely settled localities in the state. The landscape is characterised by open dryland farming country, with properties predominantly used for wool and beef production. Whitlow falls under the Northern Tablelands state electorate and the federal electorate of Parkes.

Life in Whitlow revolves around farming and the close-knit routines of remote rural Australia. There are no local shops or public facilities in the locality itself; residents travel to nearby towns such as Inverell or Moree for everyday services, schools, and medical care. The surrounding countryside offers a quiet, wide-open lifestyle with big skies and a strong agricultural community spirit. Those who call Whitlow home are typically farming families who value self-sufficiency and the pace of remote country living.

Whitlow falls under postcode 2404 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2404
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.89°, 150.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
258.46 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
550 km
By Train
No local train service; nearest regional coach from Inverell (~40 km)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 6-7 hours to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 6 hours to Sydney

🛣️ Car essential; accessed via Gwydir Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely remote rural locality with no public transport, footpaths, or local services; vehicle required for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    6724 1606 55 Finch St
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
51
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Whitlow NSW located? +

Whitlow is a remote rural locality in north-western New South Wales in the Northern Tablelands region, situated between Inverell and Moree. It covers approximately 258 square kilometres of dryland farming country.

What is the population of Whitlow NSW? +

Whitlow has a very small population of around 51 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in NSW.

What is the closest town to Whitlow NSW? +

The closest significant towns to Whitlow are Inverell (postcode 2360) and Moree, both accessible via the Gwydir Highway, where residents access schools, shops, and medical services.

What is the population of Whitlow? +

Whitlow had a population of 51 at the 2021 Census.