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Curlewis

NSW 2381 • New South Wales

779
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
570.14 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietHistoric
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About Curlewis

Curlewis is a small rural village situated on the Kamilaroi Highway within Gunnedah Shire, in the North West Slopes region of New South Wales. Located 16 kilometres south of Gunnedah and 88 kilometres from Tamworth, the village sits at an elevation of approximately 247 metres in a landscape characterised by broadacre farming and grazing country. With a population of 779 residents across a large area of 570 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled community with agricultural roots dating to the 1890s.

Curlewis has a quiet country character with limited local facilities, and residents typically travel to Gunnedah for schools, supermarkets, and health services. The surrounding district is defined by the flat to gently undulating terrain of the Liverpool Plains, one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions. The village suits those drawn to a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of Gunnedah's full range of country town services.

Curlewis falls under postcode 2381 and is governed by the Gunnedah 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
2381
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gunnedah
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.24°, 150.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
570.14 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$385K
10 sales · ▲ 26.1% 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 2381

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2381 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$52,088
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,934

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2381; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gunnedah 20-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
395 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Gunnedah (16km) for coach connections
By Car (Peak)
4-5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hours

🛣️ Located on the Kamilaroi Highway; Gunnedah is the main service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; Gunnedah township 16km away provides all everyday services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
779
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
612.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.4%
Motor vehicle theft
492.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
552.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
1,194.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 16.0%
View all 62 offence types for Gunnedah →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Curlewis known for? +

Curlewis is a quiet rural village in the Gunnedah Shire, known for its agricultural surrounds in the Liverpool Plains district. The village was established in the 1890s and was once served by the Mungindi branch rail line, which has since closed.

How far is Curlewis from Tamworth? +

Curlewis is approximately 88 kilometres south-west of Tamworth, typically around a 50-60 minute drive via the Kamilaroi Highway and connecting roads.

Does Curlewis have public transport? +

Curlewis has very limited public transport. The former rail station on the Mungindi branch line has been closed for many years. Residents rely primarily on private vehicles, with Gunnedah (16km north) the nearest town with broader transport connections.

What is the population of Curlewis? +

According to the 2021 Census, Curlewis has a population of approximately 779 residents, spread across a large rural locality of around 570 square kilometres.

Is Curlewis a good place to live? +

Curlewis offers a peaceful rural lifestyle for those comfortable with limited local amenities and a strong reliance on the car. It is a good fit for agricultural workers or those seeking quiet country living close to Gunnedah's services.

What is the postcode for Curlewis? +

The postcode for Curlewis (NSW) is 2381.

What is the median house price in Curlewis? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $384,500, up 26.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Curlewis a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Curlewis is part of the Gunnedah 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.