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East Tamworth

NSW 2340 • Rest of NSW

5,417
Population (2021)
$47,580
Median Income
14.81 km²
Area
502m
Elevation

About East Tamworth

East Tamworth is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Tamworth Regional (Area) area. With a population of 5,417 and a median income of $47,580, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 14.81 km² at an elevation of 502m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 502m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. East Tamworth offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

East Tamworth falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by Tamworth Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
Tamworth
LGA
Tamworth Regional
Federal Electorate
New England
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.10°, 150.95°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
14.81 km²
Elevation
502m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near East Tamworth, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Tamworth Post Office
Fitzroy Street, Tamworth • SHR #01421
Dominican Roman Catholic Convent
Marius Street, Tamworth (East) • SHR #00122
King George V Memorial Avenue of Oaks, Tamworth
King George V Memorial Avenue of Oaks • SHR #01922

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$325
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,616
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,342
Census 2021
5,417
▲ 1.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,960
Income 2021
$47,580
▲ 25.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,573
Born Overseas 636

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 109
  • 2. England 92
  • 3. Nepal 45
  • 4. Vietnam 41
  • 5. New Zealand 27
  • 6. China 23
  • 7. South Africa 22
  • 8. Philippines 21
  • 9. Scotland 20
  • 10. Taiwan 15
  • 11. Pakistan 13
  • 12. United States 13
  • 13. Bangladesh 12
  • 14. Netherlands 12
  • 15. Greece 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,234
Australian 2,214
Irish 825
Scottish 655
Australian Aboriginal 366
German 262
Italian 92
Indian 71
Chinese 62
Dutch 58

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,998
Both parents born in Australia
752
Both parents born overseas
464
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.5%
No Religion
31.1%
Hinduism
1.6%
Islam
1.3%
Sikhism
1.2%
Buddhism
1.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
306 (5.6%)
5-14 years
717 (13.2%)
15-19 years
322 (5.9%)
20-24 years
262 (4.8%)
25-34 years
758 (14.0%)
35-44 years
635 (11.7%)
45-54 years
652 (12.0%)
55-64 years
631 (11.6%)
65-74 years
572 (10.6%)
75-84 years
401 (7.4%)
85+ years
167 (3.1%)

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