Dubbo - West, NSW 2502
A small-town pace, well outside New South Wales's capital and all the better for it.
- Small-town feel
- $320/wk Median
- 30.9% Renters
Dubbo - West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.3k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $320
- To the CBD
- 305km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Dubbo - West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Dubbo - West is a regional New South Wales community of 10,317 residents, with 30.9% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $320 — noticeably kinder to the budget than New South Wales's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Dubbo - West
Dubbo - West Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Dubbo - West Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Dubbo - West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Dubbo - West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Dubbo - West.
How far is Dubbo - West from New South Wales's capital?
Dubbo - West is approximately 305km from New South Wales's capital city. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 315-330 minutes.
Is Dubbo - West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Dubbo - West has a 30.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Dubbo - West walkable?
Dubbo - West carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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