Oakwood, New South Wales facts for kids
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 Oakwood
Location in New South Wales
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| Population | 693 (2006 census) |
| Postcode(s) | 2360 |
| Elevation | 620 m (2,034 ft) |
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| LGA(s) | Inverell Shire |
| County | Arrawatta |
| State electorate(s) | Northern Tablelands |
| Federal Division(s) | New England |
Oakwood is a small village located in the countryside of New South Wales, Australia. It's part of the New England region, known for its rolling hills. You can find Oakwood about 19 kilometres (12 miles) northwest of a larger town called Inverell.
The village of Oakwood got its name from a place in England. It once had its own Post Office, which opened way back on April 16, 1883. However, this Post Office closed down in 1971.
About Oakwood's People
In 2006, a survey counted the people living in Oakwood and the nearby areas. It found that 693 people called this place home. Slightly more than half were males (52.8%), and the rest were females (47.2%).
The land around Oakwood is mostly used for farming. Farmers here grow different types of grains. They also raise animals like sheep and beef cattle.
Most children from Oakwood go to school in the nearby town of Inverell.
