Dunedoo
NSW 2844 • Rest of NSW
About Dunedoo
Dunedoo is a small rural town of approximately 1,020 residents situated in the Warrumbungle Shire of central-western New South Wales, about 100 kilometres from Dubbo and 90 kilometres from Mudgee. The town's name is derived from a local Aboriginal word meaning "swan", reflecting the birdlife found around the area's lagoons. Established in the 1840s, Dunedoo sits 399 metres above sea level on the north-western edges of the Sydney Basin. The town is well known to Australian travellers for its distinctive name and serves as a service centre for the surrounding farming district.
Life in Dunedoo revolves around its agricultural community, with cattle and sheep grazing as the primary industries in the surrounding district. The main street, Bolaro Street along the Castlereagh Highway, features a pub, general store, and essential services. The town has a primary school, sporting facilities, and a strong community spirit typical of small rural Australian towns. Dunedoo attracts retirees and those seeking an affordable, quiet country lifestyle with access to the natural beauty of the nearby Warrumbungle ranges.
Dunedoo falls under postcode 2844 and is governed by Warrumbungle Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink Coach — Dubbo 1 hr 15 min
- NSW TrainLink Coach — Mudgee 1 hr 10 min
Commute to Dubbo
🛣️ Located on the Castlereagh Highway; nearest rail at Mudgee or Dubbo. Most residents rely on private vehicles.
The town centre is compact and walkable, but a car is needed for anything beyond the main street and for travel to larger towns.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Dunedoo Central School ICSEA 893Digilah St
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50-60 Tucklan Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Dunedoo, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Dunedoo by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Dunedoo Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Dunedoo" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 15
- 2. New Zealand 11
- 3. India 8
- 4. Philippines 7
- 5. Greece 5
- 6. United States 5
- 7. Canada 3
- 8. Netherlands 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)