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Halls Creek

NSW 2346 • New South Wales

180
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
472.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalNew EnglandOutback
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About Halls Creek

Halls Creek is a large rural locality in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales, situated approximately 346 kilometres north-west of Sydney in the New England region. With a population of 180 at the 2021 Census, it is one of the more expansive localities in the area — covering nearly 473 square kilometres of open farming and grazing land. The median income is below the state average, reflecting its agricultural character and the economic profile of rural New England.

The locality sits within the broader Tamworth Regional area, with the city of Tamworth — Australia's country music capital — providing the nearest major services, shopping, and infrastructure. Life in Halls Creek is quintessentially rural, defined by wide open spaces, pastoral properties, and a strong agricultural heritage. Residents rely on private vehicles for all daily needs, with the New England Highway linking the region to Tamworth and beyond. The landscape typifies the rugged, open character of the northern New England tablelands.

Halls Creek falls under postcode 2346 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
2346
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tamworth
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.63°, 150.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
472.86 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2346

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2346, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,552
Median 2023–24
$47,725
▲ 27.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,394

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2346; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
346 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Tamworth for limited NSW TrainLink services to Sydney (~6 h by train)
By Car (Peak)
4–5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5–4.5 hours

🛣️ New England Highway is the main regional road; Tamworth is the nearest city for services and transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Halls Creek is a remote rural locality with no local services; a car is essential for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
180
▲ 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 Halls Creek. 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 Halls Creek known for? +

Halls Creek is a rural locality in the New England region, known for its extensive farming and grazing lands. It sits within the Tamworth Regional Council area, near Australia's country music capital, and typifies the wide open agricultural character of northern New South Wales.

How far is Halls Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Halls Creek is approximately 346 kilometres north-west of Sydney's CBD, a drive of around 3.5–4.5 hours via the New England Highway.

Does Halls Creek have public transport? +

Halls Creek has no public transport services. There is no rail access within the locality; the nearest rail connection is Tamworth, approximately 60–80 kilometres away, which has limited NSW TrainLink services to Sydney. A car is essential.

What is the population of Halls Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Halls Creek has a population of 180 residents spread across an area of approximately 473 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Halls Creek a good place to live? +

Halls Creek suits those who value wide open rural spaces and a quiet agricultural lifestyle. It is suited to farming families and those seeking affordable rural land in the New England region, though all services and amenities require a significant drive to Tamworth or other regional centres.

What is the postcode for Halls Creek? +

The postcode for Halls Creek is 2346.

Is Halls Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Halls Creek 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.