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Kelvin

NSW 2380 • New South Wales

182
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
276.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteCar-Dependent
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About Kelvin

Kelvin is a sparsely settled rural locality in the Tamworth Regional local government area of north-western New South Wales, situated near Gunnedah approximately 75 kilometres south-west of Tamworth. The locality covers a large area of approximately 276.8 square kilometres, reflecting the scale of broad-acre agricultural land holdings typical of this region. With a 2021 Census population of 182 residents, Kelvin is a quiet farming community where grain cropping and livestock grazing define the landscape and character.

The Kelvin area is set within the productive agricultural plains of the Namoi River basin, a region renowned for cereal cropping, cotton farming, and cattle grazing. Gunnedah, the nearest service town approximately 30 kilometres away, offers essential retail, health, and educational services to local residents. Life in Kelvin is deeply rural — an unhurried lifestyle suited to those who value open space, self-sufficiency, and the rhythms of farming in the New England hinterland of NSW.

Kelvin falls under postcode 2380 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
2380
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gunnedah
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.05°, 150.20°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
276.79 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2380

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2380, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,227
Median 2023–24
$61,253
▲ 27.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2380; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Gunnedah Car required (approx. 25-30 min)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
450 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Tamworth (75 km) for NSW TrainLink coach connections
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hrs

🛣️ Completely car-dependent; Oxley Highway is the main road link

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Isolated farming locality with no walkable amenities; all errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
182
▲ 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 Kelvin. 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 Kelvin known for? +

Kelvin is a rural farming locality in the Tamworth Regional LGA, known for its broad-acre agricultural properties spanning grain cropping and livestock grazing. The locality is typical of the productive Namoi River basin region of north-western NSW.

How far is Kelvin from Tamworth? +

Kelvin is approximately 75 kilometres south-west of Tamworth, making it roughly a 50–60 minute drive via the Oxley Highway.

Does Kelvin have public transport? +

Kelvin has no public transport services. There is no passenger rail to the area, and bus services are not available. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Kelvin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kelvin has a population of 182 residents across approximately 64 dwellings, consistent with its character as a remote agricultural locality.

Is Kelvin a good place to live? +

Kelvin appeals to those seeking a truly rural lifestyle on a working farm or large rural property in north-western NSW. It is well-suited to farmers and those comfortable with significant distances from services, offering open spaces and a quiet agricultural community.

What is the postcode for Kelvin? +

The postcode for Kelvin, NSW is 2380, shared with the nearby town of Gunnedah.

Is Kelvin a safe area? +

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