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Caragabal

NSW 2810 • New South Wales

174
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
538.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalHistoric

About Caragabal

Caragabal is a small rural village in the Weddin Shire of New South Wales, situated on the Mid-Western Highway approximately 43 kilometres west of Grenfell towards West Wyalong, in the state's Central West. The locality sits at the point where the last slopes of the Great Dividing Range meet the broad plains of the Central West, with the seasonal Barbingal Creek running along its southern edge. With a population of around 174 residents and a median household income of approximately $35,000, Caragabal is one of the more remote small communities in the Weddin Shire.

Caragabal has a rich history as a staging post and watering hole on the old coach route between West Wyalong and Grenfell, and was once a thriving hub for railway, stock, and grain. Today the village retains its community spirit, being particularly known for its camp oven cook-offs that draw visitors from across the region to celebrate the area's pastoral heritage. Grenfell, the administrative and commercial centre of Weddin Shire, is the nearest town for essential services, schools, and supplies, while the surrounding countryside offers the open skies and quiet lifestyle characteristic of the NSW Central West.

Caragabal falls under postcode 2810 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2810
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.90°, 148.05°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
538.87 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Grenfell and West Wyalong 40-50 min to Grenfell

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No direct service. NSW TrainLink coach to Cowra or Grenfell, then train to Sydney (~5+ hours total).
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hours

🛣️ A car is essential. Grenfell (43km) is the nearest town for all services. The Mid-Western Highway provides the main road connection.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Caragabal is a remote rural village with minimal local services; a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Caragabal by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Caragabal Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Caragabal" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
174
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caragabal known for? +

Caragabal is known for its deep pastoral heritage as a former staging post on the coach route between West Wyalong and Grenfell, its role as a historic railway, stock, and grain hub, and its popular camp oven cook-off events that celebrate the Central West's rural traditions.

How far is Caragabal from Grenfell? +

Caragabal is approximately 43 kilometres west of Grenfell along the Mid-Western Highway, a 30–40 minute drive to Weddin Shire's main commercial and service centre.

Does Caragabal have public transport? +

Caragabal has no passenger rail service. NSW TrainLink coach services operate along the Mid-Western Highway corridor, providing limited connections to Grenfell and West Wyalong. A private vehicle is the only practical option for daily travel.

What is the population of Caragabal? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 174 residents in Caragabal, reflecting its status as a small but tight-knit rural village in the Weddin Shire of western NSW.

Is Caragabal a good place to live? +

Caragabal suits those who value a quiet, remote rural lifestyle with a genuine community spirit and wide open Central West landscapes. It is best suited to those with ties to agriculture or who are seeking affordable rural property far from city conveniences.

What is the postcode for Caragabal? +

The postcode for Caragabal, NSW is 2810, shared with Grenfell and surrounding Weddin Shire localities.