British Expats - Moving to Dubbo

Hi, I have been living in another rural area of NSW for about 8 years now, but am moving to Dubbo in early 2013.

I have been to Dubbo a few times and have spoken to various friends in the area and this is the results of my research about areas that are good to live in/those to avoid:

West Dubbo (Rosewood Grove) has been cleaned up a fair bit in the last few years, it was notorious for police chases, breaks ins, and even a riot in the past and the rough reputation still lingers today. Consequently it is still not too popular and is often cheaper rent.

East Dubbo up around St Georges Terrace/Websdale Drive, and back to Cobbora Road is said to be a good area. As is Avian Estate, which is off Wheelers Lane towards Boundary Rd.

As far as I know South Dubbo is a pretty good area. The only street I have heard that has had some problems is Hunter Street.

As for the other part of West Dubbo, Baird Drive towards Delroy Park end is supposedly a nice area - but consequently the rents are higher here.

North Dubbo isn't too bad, but your getting up towards the industrial area.

I don't know the area well, so this is just a reflection of other's opinions. Have a look at www.domain.com.au or www.realestate.com.au for an idea of prices/rental and what's on offer.

Hope you enjoy it there - just like any large town there are some crime and social issues, but if you are happy with a big country town then you should be fine. I'd much prefer living there than in Sydney.

Good luck!