Derriwong
NSW 2877 • New South Wales
About Derriwong
Derriwong is a small rural town and railway locality in the Lachlan Shire of central-western New South Wales, situated at approximately 310 m elevation (postcode 2877). With a population of just 38 at the 2016 census, it is one of the region's quietest communities. Derriwong holds the geographic distinction of being close to the calculated geographic centre of New South Wales, making it a point of curiosity for travellers exploring outback NSW. It lies on the historic Sydney to Broken Hill railway line, which has shaped the locality since the railway era.
Derriwong is an agricultural locality in the vast central-western plains of NSW, with wheat farming, sheep grazing, and other pastoral activities defining the local economy. The nearest substantial town is Condobolin, the Lachlan Shire service centre located to the north, which provides shops, schools, and basic medical services. The surrounding landscape is characterised by flat to gently undulating plains with native cypress pine and mallee scrub. Residents enjoy an authentic outback lifestyle with wide open skies, a strong sense of community, and connection to the working railways of regional NSW.
Derriwong falls under postcode 2877 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink coach — Condobolin to Orange / Sydney ~5h to Sydney
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Condobolin is the nearest service town (~55km). Located near the geographic centre of NSW; Sydney commuting is impractical for daily travel.
Remote agricultural locality on the central-western plains. Has a railway station but services are infrequent. Car is required for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Condobolin High School ICSEA 834Innes St
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Condobolin Public School ICSEA 848Molong St
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Molong Street
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Euabalong West Public School ICSEA 759Euabba St
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 Derriwong by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Derriwong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Derriwong" under Suburb