Goolma
NSW 2852 • New South Wales
About Goolma
Goolma is a tiny hamlet in the Central West of New South Wales, located on the Goolma Road between Mudgee, Gulgong, and Wellington. With a population of 95 at the 2021 census spread across a vast 244 square kilometres, it is a sparsely populated agricultural area. The hamlet once had a hotel, churches, and a roadhouse, but all have since closed, leaving Goolma as a quiet pastoral locality with remnant heritage buildings.
The surrounding area of Goolma is predominantly agricultural, with farmers producing cereals, wool, cattle, and lambs on broad-acre properties. The locality has historical significance as the site of the former Belara Copper Mine (1880-1908) and was once proposed as a stop on a cross-country railway line that was never built. Residents rely on Wellington or Mudgee for all services, making Goolma a retreat for those deeply connected to farming life.
Goolma falls under postcode 2852 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dubbo electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Commute to Wellington
🛣️ Wellington is the nearest town. Mudgee and Dubbo are about 50 min by car. Sydney is 4+ hours away.
No shops, services, or footpaths. All former businesses have closed. A car is essential.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gollan Rd
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49 Bayly Street
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Gulgong High School ICSEA 868Belmore St
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Gulgong Public School ICSEA 913Belmore St
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 Goolma by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Goolma Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Goolma" under Suburb