New Mexico

NSW 2346 • New South Wales

59
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
102.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-Rural

About New Mexico

New Mexico is a small rural locality in the New England region of New South Wales, situated approximately 400 kilometres north of Sydney near the town of Tamworth. The locality covers around 102 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 59 residents at the 2021 Census. It lies in the upper Namoi River district on the slopes and plains of the New England Tablelands, used for mixed grazing, beef cattle, and some cropping.

Tamworth, approximately 50 kilometres to the south-east, is the regional capital of the New England and provides comprehensive services including a hospital, university, major retail, and an airport, as well as the famous Country Music Festival held each January. The New England countryside features dramatic gorges, rolling hills, and the distinctive character of the tablelands plateau. A private vehicle is essential.

New Mexico falls under postcode 2346 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2346
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.74°, 150.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
102.03 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth
50 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Tamworth (approx. 50 km) to Sydney; approx. 6 hours
By Car (Peak)
5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hours

🛣️ New England Highway provides road access; Tamworth Airport has flights to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Tamworth.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
59
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Mexico NSW known for? +

New Mexico is a rural locality near Tamworth in NSW's New England, set in the upper Namoi River grazing country near the Country Music Capital of Australia.

How far is New Mexico NSW from Sydney CBD? +

New Mexico is approximately 400 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, around 5 to 6 hours by road via the New England Highway.

Does New Mexico NSW have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in New Mexico. NSW TrainLink services operate from Tamworth (approximately 50 km south-east) and Tamworth Airport has flights to Sydney.

What is the population of New Mexico NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, New Mexico has a population of approximately 59 residents, a small rural locality in the New England.

Is New Mexico NSW a good place to live? +

New Mexico suits those with grazing interests near Tamworth, with the Country Music Festival, comprehensive regional services, and New England Tablelands scenery all accessible.

What is the postcode for New Mexico NSW? +

The postcode for New Mexico, NSW is 2346.

What is the population of New Mexico? +

New Mexico had a population of 59 at the 2021 Census.