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Loomberah

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

552
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
301.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordable
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About Loomberah

Loomberah is a rural locality in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales, situated in the New England region approximately 20 kilometres east of Tamworth. The locality covers a very large area of around 301 square kilometres of agricultural land, with a population of 552 at the 2021 Census and a low density reflecting its pastoral and farming character. The landscape is typical of the New England tablelands — open plains and grazing country with a median household income that reflects the working rural economy of the district.

Life in Loomberah centres on the rural community and the land, with residents travelling to Tamworth for schooling, shopping, healthcare, and the services of Australia's largest inland city outside the state capitals. The Peel River catchment and the rolling paddocks around Loomberah offer a classic country lifestyle that attracts those involved in cattle and sheep grazing, cropping, and rural industries. Tamworth's Country Music Festival, regional airport, and strong healthcare and education infrastructure make it a practical base for rural-fringe living in the New England.

Loomberah 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
301.56 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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
20 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A Car required; Tamworth has regional coach connections

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
415 km
By Train
Drive to Tamworth Station (~20 km), then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~6 hr)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min – 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 15 min – 4 hr 45 min

🛣️ New England Highway (A15) connects Loomberah area to Tamworth; Tamworth Regional Airport has regular flights to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Loomberah has no local amenities; all services, shops, and schools are accessed by car in Tamworth approximately 20 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
552
▲ 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 Loomberah. 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 Loomberah known for? +

Loomberah is known as a farming and grazing locality in the New England region of New South Wales, characterised by open pastoral land, cattle and sheep properties, and the quiet rural lifestyle of the Tamworth Regional Council area.

How far is Loomberah from Tamworth? +

Loomberah is approximately 20 kilometres east of Tamworth CBD, a drive of around 20–25 minutes along the New England Highway and local roads.

Does Loomberah have public transport? +

Loomberah has no local public transport service. Residents rely on private vehicles for all travel, with Tamworth providing the nearest NSW TrainLink rail connections, regional coach services, and an airport with flights to Sydney.

What is the population of Loomberah? +

At the 2021 Census, Loomberah had a population of 552 residents spread across a very large area of over 301 square kilometres, reflecting its sparse rural settlement pattern in the New England tablelands.

Is Loomberah a good place to live? +

Loomberah suits those with a strong preference for rural living and agricultural pursuits, offering large properties and open landscapes within reasonable driving distance of Tamworth's extensive regional services, including hospitals, schools, shopping, and regular flights to Sydney.

What is the postcode for Loomberah? +

The postcode for Loomberah, New South Wales is 2340, which is shared with Tamworth and surrounding localities.

Is Loomberah a safe area? +

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