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Pinkett

NSW 2370 • New South Wales

77
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
125.71 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalQuiet

About Pinkett

Pinkett is a sparsely settled rural locality on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within Glen Innes Severn Council approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Glen Innes. Covering around 126 square kilometres of elevated pastoral and farming country, the locality sits in the New England region where cooler temperatures, open grazing land, granite outcrops, and native bushland define the landscape. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 77 residents, consistent with the low-density pastoral character of this remote tablelands area.

The surrounding country is used predominantly for beef cattle and sheep grazing, typical of the broader Glen Innes Severn region. Pinkett's elevated New England setting brings cold winters and crisp summers, with rolling tablelands offering open vistas and a quiet farming lifestyle. Glen Innes, the nearest service centre around 45 kilometres to the north-east, provides shopping, schools, health services, and a railway station on the Northern Tablelands line. There is no public transport within the locality, and private vehicles are essential for all daily travel.

Pinkett falls under postcode 2370 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2370
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.74°, 151.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
125.71 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
580 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Glen Innes (approx. 45 km) for limited NSW TrainLink services
By Car (Peak)
6 hr – 6 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr

🛣️ Accessible via the New England Highway; Glen Innes is the main service hub for the region

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services exist within Pinkett; all errands require driving to Glen Innes or other nearby towns

🛒 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 Pinkett by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Pinkett Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
77
▲ 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 Pinkett known for? +

Pinkett is known for its open pastoral farmland on the Northern Tablelands, with a landscape typical of the New England region — cool-climate grazing country dominated by beef cattle and sheep, with native bushland and granite outcrops near Glen Innes.

How far is Pinkett from Glen Innes? +

Pinkett is approximately 45 kilometres south-west of Glen Innes, the nearest service centre, making it roughly a 35 to 40 minute drive on local roads.

Does Pinkett have public transport? +

Pinkett has no public transport services. The nearest transport hub is Glen Innes, approximately 45 kilometres away, where limited NSW TrainLink services on the Northern Tablelands Explorer route are available. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Pinkett? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pinkett has a population of 77 residents spread across 126 square kilometres, reflecting the very low-density pastoral character of this Northern Tablelands locality.

Is Pinkett a good place to live? +

Pinkett suits those seeking a very quiet, remote rural lifestyle on the elevated New England Tablelands, with cool weather, wide open spaces, and a genuine farming community atmosphere. All services are a significant drive away, making it best suited to those in the agricultural sector or those seeking a peaceful rural retreat.

What is the postcode for Pinkett? +

The postcode for Pinkett is 2370, shared with Glen Innes and other localities in the Glen Innes Severn Council area.