Dunbogan

NSW 2443 • Rest of NSW

1,020
Population (2021)
$27,508
Median Income
6.81 km²
Area
12m
Elevation

About Dunbogan

Dunbogan is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Port Macquarie-Hastings (Area) area. With a population of 1,020 and a median income of $27,508, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6.81 km² at an elevation of 12m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Dunbogan is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Dunbogan falls under postcode 2443 and is governed by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2443
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.66°, 152.81°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6.81 km²
Elevation
12m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,600
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
63 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,002
Census 2021
1,020
1.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,388
Income 2021
$27,508
12.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 826
Born Overseas 128

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 56
  • 2. New Zealand 12
  • 3. Papua New Guinea 9
  • 4. United States 8
  • 5. Sri Lanka 6
  • 6. Germany 5
  • 7. Philippines 5
  • 8. Netherlands 4
  • 9. France 3
  • 10. South Africa 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 554
Australian 383
Scottish 140
Irish 132
German 56
Australian Aboriginal 28
Dutch 21
Welsh 16
Italian 11
Chinese 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

703
Both parents born in Australia
151
Both parents born overseas
108
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.6%
No Religion
39.2%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
19 (1.9%)
5-14 years
64 (6.3%)
15-19 years
38 (3.7%)
20-24 years
28 (2.7%)
25-34 years
42 (4.1%)
35-44 years
60 (5.9%)
45-54 years
93 (9.1%)
55-64 years
223 (21.9%)
65-74 years
282 (27.6%)
75-84 years
145 (14.2%)
85+ years
31 (3.0%)

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