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Attunga

NSW 2345 • New South Wales

542
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
218.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt
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About Attunga

Attunga is a small farming community and locality in the New England region of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Tamworth and within the Tamworth Regional Council area. Its name is an Aboriginal word meaning 'a high place', referencing the elevated terrain at around 374 metres above sea level. With a 2021 Census population of 542 residents, Attunga is a tightly settled rural community with a long pastoral history — the area was gazetted as a village in 1847 and has ties to early colonial wool grazing. The locality covers a substantial area of approximately 219 square kilometres.

The locality has a historic limestone quarry opened by BHP in 1919 and maintains a quiet agricultural character, surrounded by the productive farming landscapes of the Peel River valley and New England tablelands. Residents rely on Tamworth — the regional capital of the New England and North West — for schooling, employment, shopping, and medical services, making it an accessible rural base. Attunga suits families and individuals looking for a genuine country community lifestyle within a manageable commute of a major regional city, with the rural character and heritage of the New England region as a backdrop.

Attunga falls under postcode 2345 and is governed by the Tamworth Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2345
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tamworth
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.86°, 150.88°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
218.72 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Attunga for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$400K
6 sales · ▲ 5.3% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2345

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2345 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$53,006
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,325

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2345; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth Station
20 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Tamworth 25-35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
420 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink Xplorer from Tamworth to Sydney: approx. 5.5 hrs (drive to Tamworth first)
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hrs via New England Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential. Tamworth (20 km) is the main service centre and transport hub for the region.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no walkable services; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    Attunga Public School ICSEA 908
    6769 5554 1-1A Attunga Street
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
542
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Tamworth Local Government Area, which contains Attunga. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
643.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
332.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
713.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
535.6 / 100k
2yr Up 48.9% 10yr Down 1.9%
View all 62 offence types for Tamworth →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Attunga known for? +

Attunga is known for its long pastoral history in the New England region, with roots dating to the 1840s when it was part of a major sheep grazing grant. A BHP limestone quarry opened there in 1919, and the community maintains a quiet agricultural character typical of the Peel River valley.

How far is Attunga from Tamworth? +

Attunga is approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Tamworth, typically a 20 to 25 minute drive via Attunga Road.

Does Attunga have public transport? +

Public transport in Attunga is very limited. The nearest rail connection is at Tamworth, approximately 20 kilometres away, which offers NSW TrainLink Xplorer services to Sydney. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Attunga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Attunga has a population of 542 residents, making it a small rural community within the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales.

Is Attunga a good place to live? +

Attunga is well-suited to those seeking rural life with easy access to a major regional city. Tamworth's full range of services, schools, and employment are within a 25 minute drive, while Attunga itself offers the quieter pace and open landscapes of the New England countryside.

What is the postcode for Attunga? +

The postcode for Attunga, New South Wales is 2345.

What is the median house price in Attunga? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $400,000, up 5.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Attunga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Attunga is part of the Tamworth LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.