Gungal

NSW 2333 • New South Wales

186
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
146.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralUpper HunterAgriculturalLow Density

About Gungal

Gungal is a small rural locality in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, north-west of Muswellbrook. It has a low population spread across grazing and farming land, giving it a distinctly country character. The area sits within the broader Upper Hunter economy, where agriculture and resource-sector activity influence local employment patterns. Residents typically rely on nearby larger towns for major services and shopping.

Lifestyle in Gungal is quiet and spacious, suited to households who prefer rural living over urban convenience. Day-to-day needs such as supermarkets, medical services and secondary schooling are commonly accessed in Muswellbrook or Scone. Community life is linked to regional sporting clubs, local events and neighbouring villages. Private vehicles are essential, as public transport options are limited in the locality.

Gungal falls under postcode 2333 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2333
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.25°, 150.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
146.73 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Muswellbrook Station
43 km
Not practical
Scone Station
58 km
Not practical

Bus Services

  • Regional coach and community transport via Muswellbrook/Scone — Upper Hunter service centres Varies by service and connection

Commute to Muswellbrook CBD

Distance
44 km
By Train
Train access requires driving to station first
By Bus
Limited regional options; not frequent
By Car (Peak)
35-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode for commuting and accessing services.

Walkability Low

Rural distances and limited local retail/services mean most trips require a vehicle.

🛒 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 Gungal by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Gungal Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
186
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

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