Delungra

NSW 2403 • New South Wales

625
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
664.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalNew EnglandAffordableHistoric

About Delungra

Delungra is a small country town on the Gwydir Highway in Inverell Shire, northern New South Wales, located 33 kilometres west of Inverell and approximately 594 kilometres north of Sydney. Sitting at an elevation of 602 metres in the New England region, the town was incorporated in 1907 and celebrates a long history tied to the surrounding agricultural district. The wider locality had a population of around 625 at the 2021 Census, with the town itself home to a smaller urban community, reflecting its role as a rural service hub for the surrounding grazing and cropping properties.

Delungra's setting on the western slopes of the New England Tablelands gives it a cooler climate with reliable rainfall averaging around 709 millimetres annually — conditions that support a strong mixed-farming economy in the area. The town provides essential services for local residents and farmers, while the regional centre of Inverell, a 30-minute drive east, offers schools, hospitals, shopping, and a broader range of facilities. Delungra appeals to those who value the space, community spirit, and affordability of rural New England living.

Delungra falls under postcode 2403 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2403
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.62°, 150.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
664.73 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coaches — Inverell / Moree Approx. 35 min to Inverell

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
594 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest rail at Armidale (~152 km); coach connections available
By Car (Peak)
6 hr to 6 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr

🛣️ Access via Gwydir Highway; Inverell is the nearest regional service hub, 33 km east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Delungra is a small country town where basic local needs can be met on foot, but most services require driving to Inverell

🛒 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 Delungra by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Delungra Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
625
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
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0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Delungra known for? +

Delungra is known as a historic farming town on the Gwydir Highway in New England, incorporated in 1907, surrounded by grazing and cropping country at 602 metres elevation in Inverell Shire.

How far is Delungra from Inverell? +

Delungra is approximately 33 kilometres west of Inverell, a drive of around 25 to 30 minutes via the Gwydir Highway.

Does Delungra have public transport? +

Public transport in Delungra is very limited, with occasional regional coach services connecting to Inverell and Moree. There is no rail service; the nearest train station is in Armidale, approximately 152 kilometres to the south-east.

What is the population of Delungra? +

The Delungra locality had a population of approximately 625 people at the 2021 Census, with the town's urban centre home to a smaller community, serving as a local hub for the surrounding rural district.

Is Delungra a good place to live? +

Delungra is a good choice for those seeking affordable rural living in a cool, high-country climate with a genuine country-town atmosphere. The nearby city of Inverell provides schools, hospitals, and full retail, making Delungra well-positioned for families and retirees who enjoy the space and community of rural New England.

What is the postcode for Delungra? +

The postcode for Delungra is 2403, covering the town and surrounding rural locality in Inverell Shire, northern New South Wales.