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Windera

NSW 2800 • New South Wales

292
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
3.14 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Windera

Windera is a small rural locality in central-western New South Wales, located within the postcode area of 2800 which encompasses the broader Wellington district west of Orange. Set among the rolling hills and farming properties of the Central West, Windera is a sparsely populated locality where pastoral grazing and dryland agriculture define the landscape. The region sits inland from the Blue Mountains, with the Macquarie River catchment shaping the character of the surrounding countryside.

With few permanent residents, Windera offers an exceptionally quiet lifestyle away from urban pressures. Neighbouring localities and the nearby town of Wellington provide basic services, while Orange, approximately 50 kilometres to the east, offers full regional amenities including a hospital, shopping centres, and TAFE. The area attracts hobby farmers and those seeking affordable rural acreage in one of NSW's most historically rich inland regions.

Windera falls under postcode 2800 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2800
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.21°, 149.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.14 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wellington Station
20 km
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Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
TrainLink via Orange or Dubbo; approx. 4–5 hrs
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr

🛣️ Via Great Western Highway through Bathurst and Orange.

Walkability Car Dependent

No local amenities; vehicle essential for all services

🛒 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 Windera by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Windera Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
292
▲ 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 Windera NSW located? +

Windera is a rural locality in central-western NSW, in the Wellington district. It falls within postcode 2800 and is located roughly 50 km west of Orange.

What LGA is Windera NSW in? +

Windera is within the Dubbo Regional Council local government area, in the central-western tablelands of NSW.

What is the closest town to Windera NSW? +

Wellington, approximately 20 km away, is the nearest service town, offering a supermarket, school, and basic services. Orange is the nearest major regional centre.

Is Windera NSW good for hobby farming? +

Yes — the Windera area offers affordable rural acreage with good access to the Central West's farming infrastructure, making it popular with hobby farmers and lifestyle property buyers.