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Daruka

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

770
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableCommuter Belt
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About Daruka

Daruka is an outer rural suburb of Tamworth in New South Wales, located in the city's northern reaches within the Tamworth Regional Council local government area. The locality covers approximately 28 square kilometres in the Daruka Valley, situated north of North Tamworth and bounded by the Moore Creek stream to the north. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 770, with the suburb featuring a semi-rural residential character of acreage properties and lifestyle blocks on the fringes of Australia's country music capital.

Daruka offers a relaxed semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to Tamworth's full range of services, including schools, hospitals, the Tamworth Regional Shopping Centre, and the city's vibrant country music scene. The neighbouring suburb of Kootingal lies to the east, while North Tamworth provides the nearest suburban facilities to the south. The locality is popular with families and rural lifestyle seekers drawn to the space and affordability of Tamworth's outer suburbs, while remaining within a short drive of the city's amenities, sporting facilities, and the New England Highway.

Daruka falls under postcode 2340 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 Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tamworth
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.33°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.68 km²
Population Density
28 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$950K
17 sales · ▼ 5% 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 2340

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2340, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,760
Median 2023–24
$56,461
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,370

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2340; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth Station
7 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Tamworth Bus Service (limited outer suburban routes) — Tamworth CBD 20–30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
405 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Tamworth Station to Sydney Central: approx. 5–6 hrs
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4.5–5.5 hrs via New England Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4.5 hrs via New England Highway

🛣️ Tamworth Airport offers regular flights to Sydney (approx. 1 hr); Tamworth CBD is the main service hub approx. 7 km south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the suburb has no walkable retail or services, with Tamworth CBD required for shopping and amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
770
▲ 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 Daruka. 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 Daruka known for? +

Daruka is a quiet semi-rural suburb of Tamworth known for its lifestyle blocks and acreage properties in the Daruka Valley, offering a relaxed country living experience within easy reach of Tamworth — Australia's country music capital.

How far is Daruka from Tamworth CBD? +

Daruka is approximately 7 kilometres north of Tamworth CBD, a short drive of around 10–15 minutes via the local road network.

Does Daruka have public transport? +

Public transport in Daruka is very limited. There are some outer suburban Tamworth bus routes, but a car is essential for most residents. The nearest NSW TrainLink station is Tamworth (approximately 7 km south), offering connections to Sydney in around 5–6 hours.

What is the population of Daruka? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 770 in Daruka, down slightly from 817 in 2011, spread across approximately 28 square kilometres of the Daruka Valley north of Tamworth.

Is Daruka a good place to live? +

Daruka is well suited to families and lifestyle seekers who want space and affordability while remaining close to Tamworth's full range of city services, schools, and the vibrant country music culture the region is famous for.

What is the postcode for Daruka? +

The postcode for Daruka, New South Wales is 2340, shared with Tamworth.

What is the median house price in Daruka? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $950,000, down 5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Daruka a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Daruka 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.