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Gidley

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

91
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
20.90 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralAgricultural

About Gidley

Gidley is a small rural locality in the Liverpool Plains district of north-western New South Wales, situated within the broader Tamworth Regional area (postcode 2340). The locality is sparsely settled, consisting primarily of grazing farmland and agricultural land on the flat to gently undulating Liverpool Plains — one of Australia's most fertile and productive agricultural regions. The nearest significant town is Quirindi, approximately 30 kilometres to the south-east, which serves as the main service centre for the district.

Life in Gidley is deeply rural, with the community centred on farming — predominantly sheep, cattle and grain production taking advantage of the rich black-soil plains. There are no schools, shops or public transport services within the locality itself; residents travel to Quirindi or Tamworth (around 65 km north) for education, healthcare and retail needs. The area is valued for its agricultural productivity, wide open skies and the quiet rhythms of country life on the Liverpool Plains.

Gidley falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.33°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
20.90 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Quirindi Station
30 km
N/A (drive)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
Drive to Quirindi Station, then XPT to Sydney ~5 hr
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5 hr

🛣️ Tamworth (approx. 65 km north) is the nearest major regional city with airport, hospital and full retail services.

Walkability Car Dependent

A remote rural locality with no footpaths, public transport or local amenities. A vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 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 Gidley by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Gidley Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
91
▲ 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

Where is Gidley NSW? +

Gidley is a small rural locality in the Liverpool Plains district of north-western New South Wales, near Quirindi, approximately 330 km north of Sydney.

What region is Gidley NSW in? +

Gidley falls within the Tamworth Regional Council area and the Liverpool Plains district, one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions.

What is the nearest town to Gidley NSW? +

Quirindi is the nearest town to Gidley, approximately 30 kilometres to the south-east, offering schools, shops, healthcare and a train station on the Main North Line.