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Garra

NSW 2866 • New South Wales

117
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
60.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural

About Garra

Garra is a small rural locality in the Central West region of New South Wales, situated within postcode 2866 near the town of Cudal and approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Orange. The locality covers around 60 square kilometres of Central Tablelands farming country, characterised by open paddocks used for cropping, sheep grazing, and mixed agriculture. With a population of approximately 117 residents, Garra is a quiet and sparsely settled rural community in the Cabonne Council local government area.

The Central Tablelands landscape around Garra is typical of inland NSW, with rolling wheatfields, canola paddocks, and patches of remnant woodland at an elevation of around 500–600 metres above sea level. The township of Cudal serves as the nearest local service point, with the regional city of Orange providing hospitals, schools, major retail, and transport connections. Residents live a self-sufficient rural lifestyle and the area appeals to those engaged in agricultural pursuits or seeking a peaceful country retreat within reasonable driving distance of Orange.

Garra falls under postcode 2866 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2866
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.01°, 148.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
60.07 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
310 km
By Train
No rail to Garra; nearest station is Orange (~45 km) with NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (approx. 3 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hr

🛣️ Private vehicle essential; Orange is the major service hub ~45 km north-east; Mid Western Highway accessible via nearby roads

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; all amenities require driving to Cudal or Orange

🛒 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 Garra by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Garra Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
117
▲ 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 Garra known for? +

Garra is a quiet agricultural locality in the NSW Central Tablelands, known for the surrounding wheat, canola, and sheep farming landscape that typifies the Cabonne Council area around Cudal and Orange.

How far is Garra from Orange? +

Garra is approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Orange, the nearest regional city, making it roughly a 35–45 minute drive along local and arterial roads.

Does Garra have public transport? +

Garra has no public transport services. The nearest train station is at Orange, approximately 45 km away, which has NSW TrainLink services to Sydney and Dubbo.

What is the population of Garra? +

Garra has a population of approximately 117 residents according to the 2021 Census, reflecting its small and dispersed rural community character.

Is Garra a good place to live? +

Garra suits people seeking an agricultural or rural lifestyle in the NSW Central Tablelands — open space, farming community values, and peaceful surroundings — though access to services requires regular trips to Cudal or Orange.

What is the postcode for Garra? +

The postcode for Garra is 2866, which covers Cudal and surrounding rural localities in the Cabonne Council area of the NSW Central West.