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North Tamworth

NSW 2340 • Rest of NSW

6,273
Population (2021)
$42,640
Median Income
18.15 km²
Area
440m
Elevation

About North Tamworth

North Tamworth is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Tamworth Regional (Area) area. With a population of 6,273 and a median income of $42,640, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 18.15 km² at an elevation of 440m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 440m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. North Tamworth offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

North 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
-31.06°, 150.93°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
18.15 km²
Elevation
440m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Tamworth rail bridge over Peel River
Main Northern railway Tamworth • SHR #01058
Tamworth Peel Barracks
Peel Street (cnr), Tamworth • SHR #00550
Tamworth Railway Station and yard group
Main Northern railway, Tamworth • SHR #01260

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,625
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,141
Census 2021
6,273
▲ 22.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,320
Income 2021
$42,640
▲ 24.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,873
Born Overseas 892

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 152
  • 2. England 95
  • 3. Nepal 90
  • 4. Philippines 87
  • 5. Vietnam 59
  • 6. New Zealand 55
  • 7. Taiwan 29
  • 8. China 24
  • 9. Myanmar 22
  • 10. Pakistan 21
  • 11. Thailand 17
  • 12. Scotland 15
  • 13. Sri Lanka 15
  • 14. South Africa 13
  • 15. Hong Kong 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,513
English 2,245
Irish 647
Scottish 621
Australian Aboriginal 516
German 247
Indian 149
Chinese 98
Filipino 94
Italian 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,175
Both parents born in Australia
1,066
Both parents born overseas
438
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.4%
No Religion
27.6%
Hinduism
2.8%
Islam
1.3%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
419 (6.7%)
5-14 years
726 (11.6%)
15-19 years
323 (5.1%)
20-24 years
319 (5.1%)
25-34 years
1,017 (16.2%)
35-44 years
782 (12.5%)
45-54 years
634 (10.1%)
55-64 years
564 (9.0%)
65-74 years
525 (8.4%)
75-84 years
598 (9.5%)
85+ years
371 (5.9%)

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