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Wirrinya

NSW 2871 • New South Wales

92
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
516.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural

About Wirrinya

Wirrinya is a small rural locality in the Forbes Shire Council area of the Central West region of New South Wales, situated approximately 38 kilometres south-west of Forbes and around 295 kilometres west of Sydney. At the 2021 Census the locality recorded a population of 92 residents, spread across a vast area of around 516 square kilometres of highly productive agricultural land. The community is small and tight-knit, with households predominantly comprising families engaged in the region's primary industries.

The Wirrinya district lies at the heart of New South Wales' renowned cropping country, with the surrounding plains supporting large-scale dryland farming of wheat, barley, canola, and chickpeas. The Newell Highway provides important road connectivity to the region, linking Forbes with the broader inland network. Day-to-day services and shopping are accessed in Forbes, while the locality itself retains the quiet, wide-open character typical of the Central West pastoral landscape.

Wirrinya falls under postcode 2871 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled services — Forbes 30–40 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
295 km
By Train
No direct train service. Nearest CountryLink connection at Parkes (approx. 60 km away) to Sydney (~5 hours).
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min – 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs – 3 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Forbes is the nearest town for services; Newell Highway connects the region north–south.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wirrinya is a sparse rural locality with no shops or services — a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
92
▲ 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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wirrinya known for? +

Wirrinya is known for its large-scale dryland farming, with the surrounding landscape supporting wheat, barley, canola, and chickpea production. It is a quiet rural locality typical of New South Wales' productive Central West cropping region.

How far is Wirrinya from Forbes? +

Wirrinya is approximately 38 kilometres south-west of Forbes, making it a roughly 30–40 minute drive along rural roads. Forbes is the nearest major service centre for the community.

Does Wirrinya have public transport? +

Wirrinya has no rail service and no regular scheduled bus services. A private vehicle is essential for getting around, with Forbes being the nearest town for services and connections.

What is the population of Wirrinya? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wirrinya has a population of 92 residents, making it a very small rural locality covering a large land area of approximately 516 square kilometres in central western NSW.

Is Wirrinya a good place to live? +

Wirrinya suits those who value a quiet, spacious rural lifestyle on productive farming land. It offers a genuine farming community atmosphere, though access to services, schools, and shopping requires travelling to Forbes or other nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Wirrinya? +

The postcode for Wirrinya is 2871, shared with the broader Forbes and surrounding localities area in central western New South Wales.