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Oakwood

NSW 2360 • New South Wales

178
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
152.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoric

About Oakwood

Oakwood is a small rural village on the North West Slopes of the New England region in New South Wales, situated on the Inverell to Yetman Road approximately 19 kilometres northwest of Inverell. Covering over 152 square kilometres of the Inverell Shire, the locality had a population of 178 at the 2021 Census. Oakwood sits in a productive farming district characterised by open plains, mixed grazing, and cropping operations typical of the New England's western slopes.

Residents of Oakwood enjoy the quiet pace of rural life in one of NSW's most scenic inland regions, with the amenities of Inverell — including schools, hospitals, shopping, and the Inverell Sapphire City Festival — within a short drive. The area is known for its sapphire and gemstone fossicking opportunities in the broader Inverell district, wide open skies, and strong rural community ties. It suits those seeking acreage lifestyle properties or farming land in a peaceful, affordable setting well away from the coast.

Oakwood falls under postcode 2360 and is governed by Inverell Shire Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2360
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Inverell Shire Council
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.63°, 151.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
152.22 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional bus services — Inverell 25 min

Commute to Inverell

Distance
19 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Private vehicle essential; Inverell is the nearest service centre via the Inverell–Yetman Road

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural village with no local services; all daily needs require a trip to Inverell

🛒 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 Oakwood by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Oakwood Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
178
▲ 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

Where is Oakwood NSW located? +

Oakwood is a small rural village in Inverell Shire, located on the North West Slopes of the New England region, approximately 19 kilometres northwest of Inverell along the Inverell to Yetman Road.

What is the population of Oakwood NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Oakwood has a population of 178 residents.

What is the nearest town to Oakwood NSW? +

Inverell is the nearest service centre, approximately 19 kilometres to the southeast, offering schools, medical services, shopping, and all major amenities.

What is Oakwood NSW known for? +

Oakwood is part of the Inverell district, which is famous for sapphire and gemstone fossicking. The broader New England region is known for its cool climate, wool and beef farming, and wide-open pastoral landscapes.