Gin Gin

NSW 2823 • New South Wales

159
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
567.18 kmยฒ
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalOutback

About Gin Gin

Gin Gin is a large, sparsely populated rural locality in the central-west of New South Wales, situated in the Warren Shire area approximately 485 kilometres north-west of Sydney. The locality covers an expansive 567 square kilometres of flat, semi-arid agricultural land, with a population of 159 according to the 2021 Census. The area is part of the Macquarie Valley region, where cotton, grain, and sheep farming dominate the landscape.

Residents of Gin Gin rely on the township of Warren, approximately 35 kilometres to the south-east, for essential services including shops, schools, health facilities, and community activities. The nearest post office services are provided from Trangie. The locality offers the vast open spaces and big skies characteristic of outback New South Wales, appealing to those engaged in broadacre agriculture or seeking a remote rural lifestyle. Car travel is essential for all daily needs in this part of the state.

Gin Gin falls under postcode 2823 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dubbo electorate.

๐Ÿ“ Location

Postcode
2823
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.08ยฐ, 147.84ยฐ
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
567.18 kmยฒ
Elevation
0m

๐ŸšŒ Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular services โ€” Warren / Trangie N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
485 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
5โ€“5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hrs

๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Via Mitchell Highway through Dubbo; Warren is the nearest service town (~35 km)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Gin Gin has no local amenities โ€” all daily errands require driving to Warren or Trangie

๐Ÿ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

๐ŸŽ“ Schools

๐Ÿ” 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 Gin Gin by offence type, year and trend.

๐Ÿ“Š View Gin Gin Crime Statistics on BOCSAR โ†—

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research ยท Search for "Gin Gin" under Suburb

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
159
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Income Comparison

๐Ÿ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
๐Ÿ’ฐ Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gin Gin known for? +

Gin Gin is a remote agricultural locality in central-west NSW, known for its expansive cotton, grain, and sheep farming properties across the flat Macquarie Valley plains.

How far is Gin Gin from Sydney CBD? +

Gin Gin is approximately 485 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 5 hours via the Great Western Highway and Mitchell Highway through Dubbo.

Does Gin Gin have public transport? +

Gin Gin has no public transport services. There is no rail service, and regular bus routes do not serve the area. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Gin Gin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gin Gin had a population of 159 residents spread across approximately 567 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in central-west New South Wales.

Is Gin Gin a good place to live? +

Gin Gin suits those involved in broadacre agriculture who prefer a remote, self-sufficient lifestyle. The township of Warren provides essential services about 35 kilometres away, but the area requires comfort with long distances and limited amenities.

What is the postcode for Gin Gin? +

Gin Gin's postcode is 2823, covering this rural locality in the Warren area of central-west New South Wales.