Narromine

Narromine scores well on core operations (74/100) but only 40/100 on sustainability — a gap worth watching.

"Gliding capital of Australia — thermals, farming, and Macquarie River"

See where Narromine ranks: Best Councils in New South Wales 2026

New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 6,432

Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high

Overall Score

59 out of 100

#18 of 79 regional councils in NSW

#29 in New South Wales

Score Breakdown

CategoryScore
Sustainability40/100
Community Services66/100
Lifestyle & Amenity57/100
Core Operations74/100

What This Means For You

Among regional councils, Narromine performs strongest in Core Operations (scoring 74 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Sustainability (currently 40 out of 100).

What Makes This Place Unique

Gliding capital of Australia — thermals, farming, and Macquarie River

Narromine is a small western NSW town famous for its world-class gliding conditions.

Known For

  • World-class gliding — international competitions
  • Narromine Aviation Museum
  • Macquarie River
  • Farming country

Living Here

Small and agricultural with a unique aviation culture.

Hidden Gem

World-class gliding — the thermals around Narromine are considered among the best on the planet.