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Neurea

NSW 2820 • New South Wales

129
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
121.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-DependentRemote

About Neurea

Neurea is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Dubbo Regional Council area of central-western New South Wales, located approximately 49 kilometres south-east of Dubbo and 360 kilometres west-north-west of Sydney. Spanning over 121 square kilometres of grazing and agricultural land, the locality is set within the Bell River corridor and is known for its open pastoral character. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 129 people, living across 47 dwellings in this quiet rural setting.

Neurea and its surrounds are typical of the central-western slopes, with broad farming properties, creek systems, and a largely unchanged rural landscape. The nearest service town is Wellington, situated to the north and providing the closest access to shops, schools, and medical services. Dubbo, the region's major centre, offers a full range of urban amenities including an airport, hospital, and university campus. Life in Neurea is deeply rural and car-dependent, appealing to those who value wide-open country and the unpretentious pace of life in the central west.

Neurea falls under postcode 2820 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dubbo electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2820
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Dubbo
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.55°, 148.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
121.50 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Dubbo Station (approx. 49km) then approx. 5.5h to Sydney Central via the Main Western Line
By Car (Peak)
3h 45min–4h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3h 30min–4h

🛣️ Car essential; closest service town is Wellington, approx. 20–25km north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Neurea is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable services; all errands require private vehicle transport

🛒 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 Neurea by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Neurea Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
129
▲ 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

What is Neurea known for? +

Neurea is known as a quiet rural locality set along the Bell River and Curra Creek in central-western NSW, characterised by open grazing properties and a sparse agricultural landscape typical of the central-western slopes region.

How far is Neurea from Dubbo? +

Neurea is approximately 49 kilometres south-east of Dubbo, the region's major centre, with a drive time of around 40 to 50 minutes via local rural roads.

Does Neurea have public transport? +

There is no public transport service in Neurea. The nearest train station is in Dubbo, approximately 49 kilometres away, which connects to Sydney via the Main Western Line. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Neurea? +

According to the 2021 Census, Neurea has a population of 129 people across 47 dwellings. It is a very small and sparsely populated rural locality in the Dubbo Regional Council area.

Is Neurea a good place to live? +

Neurea is suited to those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle in central-western NSW, with wide pastoral landscapes and a quiet, unhurried pace. It is best suited to farming families and those comfortable with long drives for everyday services.

What is the postcode for Neurea? +

The postcode for Neurea, NSW is 2820, shared with Wellington and surrounding localities in the central-western region.