Mendooran

NSW 2842 • New South Wales

626
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
874.05 kmยฒ
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricAffordableQuiet

About Mendooran

Mendooran is a small rural town situated alongside the Castlereagh River in the Warrumbungle Shire of central western New South Wales, approximately 348 kilometres west of Sydney and 75 kilometres south-east of Dubbo. The town lies at an elevation of 271 metres on the Castlereagh Highway, which forms its main street (known locally as Bandulla Street) and has served as a key route through the region since the town was established in 1834. With a population of around 626 for the wider locality at the 2021 Census, Mendooran is a compact agricultural service community with deep historical roots.

The Castlereagh River corridor gives the area a green, pastoral character, and the surrounding country is used for grazing and cropping. Mendooran provides essential services for local farming families, including a general store and community facilities, while Dubbo offers the nearest major retail, healthcare, and education options. The town has a quiet, close-knit feel, appealing to those who value country life and the slower pace of inland New South Wales.

Mendooran falls under postcode 2842 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.

๐Ÿ“ Location

Postcode
2842
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.69ยฐ, 149.05ยฐ
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
874.05 kmยฒ
Elevation
0m

๐ŸšŒ Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coaches โ€” Dubbo Approx. 1 hr

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
348 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Dubbo (~75 km)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min to 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 30 min

๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Access via Castlereagh Highway; car is essential; Dubbo is the nearest regional hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mendooran is a small country town where most services require driving to Dubbo; only basic local errands can be done on foot

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 Mendooran by offence type, year and trend.

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

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

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
626
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
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Income 2021
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0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mendooran known for? +

Mendooran is known as a historic pastoral town on the Castlereagh River, established in 1834, with the Castlereagh Highway (locally Bandulla Street) running through its centre and a strong connection to the surrounding farming and grazing community.

How far is Mendooran from Sydney? +

Mendooran is approximately 348 kilometres west of Sydney, a drive of around 3.5 to 4 hours via the Great Western Highway and Castlereagh Highway.

Does Mendooran have public transport? +

Mendooran has very limited public transport, with occasional regional coach services to Dubbo. There is no rail service in the town; the nearest train station is in Dubbo, approximately 75 kilometres away.

What is the population of Mendooran? +

The Mendooran locality had a population of approximately 626 people at the 2021 Census, with the town centre itself being considerably smaller, reflecting its role as a rural service village for the surrounding district.

Is Mendooran a good place to live? +

Mendooran suits those who value a peaceful rural lifestyle in central western New South Wales, with affordable land and a tight-knit farming community. Access to services requires travelling to Dubbo, making it best suited to self-sufficient households.

What is the postcode for Mendooran? +

The postcode for Mendooran is 2842, covering the town and surrounding rural locality in the Warrumbungle Shire of NSW.