Goonumbla at a glance
Population
98
Median age 28
The brief
What to know about Goonumbla.
The postcode for Goonumbla is 2870 (NSW).
Goonumbla (2870) sits in the Cabonne region of NSW.
Goonumbla has roughly 98 residents, with a young, transient demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied.
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What it’s like to live here.
Summer days here average around 34°C (hot), winter mornings around 5°C (cool). Annual rainfall lands at about 414mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Dubbo Airport AWS station, 25.3km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 3 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic, 1 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Goonumbla's population at 98, with a median age of 28. That sits as a young, transient demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied (69% own, 19% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (81% family households, 31% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
98
Median age
28
Family households
81%
Lone person
31%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$260/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$250/wk
Owner occupied
69%
Renter occupied
19%
At a deeper level
98
Median age: 28
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Safety
Crime and safety.
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total offences in 2025
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Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of January 2025· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
Amenities
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Education
Schools in Goonumbla.
Local schools for Goonumbla
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Government School Catchment
Parkes Public School
Parkes East Public School
Parkes High School
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Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
414 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
33.5°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
4.9°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Dubbo Airport AWS (25 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Goonumbla.
- What is the Goonumbla postcode?
- Goonumbla is in the 2870 postcode, in NSW, in the Cabonne region.
- Where is Goonumbla?
- Goonumbla is a regional suburb in NSW, postcode 2870, in the Cabonne region.
- What is the average rent in Goonumbla?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $260, for units it's $250.
- What schools are in Goonumbla?
- There are 6 schools serving Goonumbla on this page, including Parkes Christian School, Parkes Public School, Holy Family Parish School.
- What suburbs are near Goonumbla?
- Goonumbla is close to Nanardine, Cooks Myalls, Alectown, Kadina, Mickibri.
- What is the population of Goonumbla?
- The population of Goonumbla is approximately 98 (2021 Census). The median age is 28.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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