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Tottenham

NSW 2873 • New South Wales

451
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1621.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackRemoteAgriculturalQuiet

About Tottenham

Tottenham is a small rural town in Lachlan Shire, located in the Central West of New South Wales approximately 506 kilometres west-north-west of Sydney and 154 kilometres west of Dubbo. Known affectionately as "The Soul of the Centre", the town takes its nickname from its proximity to the geographical centre of New South Wales — a distinction that gives this quiet outback locality a unique identity. With a population of 451 at the 2021 Census, Tottenham is a close-knit community set amid vast farming country stretching across more than 1,600 square kilometres of open plains.

The town serves as a modest service hub for surrounding pastoral and cropping properties, with the iconic Tottenham Hotel a well-known local landmark. Tottenham sits at the terminus of the Bogan Gate–Tottenham railway line and is accessible via the Lachlan Valley Way. Residents enjoy the wide-open skies and peaceful character typical of outback-adjacent Central West New South Wales, and the community's strong rural identity is reflected in local events and its deep connection to the land.

Tottenham falls under postcode 2873 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2873
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Barwon
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.27°, 147.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1621.62 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited coach services — Dubbo / Condobolin Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
506 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hours

🛣️ Accessible via Lachlan Valley Way and Mitchell Highway; Dubbo (154km) is the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; the town has minimal pedestrian infrastructure and limited local amenities

🛒 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 Tottenham by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Tottenham Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
451
▲ 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 Tottenham NSW known for? +

Tottenham is known as 'The Soul of the Centre', a reference to its location as the nearest town to the geographical centre of New South Wales. It is a quiet rural community in Lachlan Shire, Central West NSW, with a strong pastoral heritage.

How far is Tottenham from Sydney CBD? +

Tottenham is approximately 506 kilometres west-north-west of Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 5 to 6 hour drive. Dubbo, the nearest significant regional centre, is about 154 kilometres to the east.

Does Tottenham have public transport? +

Tottenham has no passenger rail service — the Bogan Gate–Tottenham railway line carries freight only. Limited coach services connect the area to Dubbo and other regional centres, but a car is essential for most travel.

What is the population of Tottenham? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tottenham has a population of 451 residents, making it a very small rural town serving the surrounding agricultural district in Central West New South Wales.

Is Tottenham a good place to live? +

Tottenham suits those who embrace a quiet, self-sufficient outback lifestyle far from city conveniences. The community is tight-knit, the landscape wide-open, and the cost of living modest — ideal for those drawn to rural Australia's slower pace.

What is the postcode for Tottenham? +

The postcode for Tottenham, NSW is 2873.