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Piallamore

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

276
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
41.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-RuralCommuter Belt
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About Piallamore

Piallamore is a small outer rural suburb of Tamworth, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-east of the Tamworth city centre in the New England Region of New South Wales. Covering around 41 square kilometres, the locality falls within the Tamworth Regional Council area and recorded a population of 276 at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by rolling rural farmland, with a dispersed residential settlement typical of the outer New England tablelands.

Piallamore offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of Tamworth, which provides a full range of urban services including schools, hospitals, shopping, and the renowned Tamworth Country Music Festival. The locality is set within a region known for agriculture, particularly beef and sheep farming, and the surrounding New England countryside offers a relaxed pace of life. Residents typically rely on private vehicles for commuting to Tamworth, with the city accessible via local roads in around 20 minutes.

Piallamore 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
41.01 km²
Population Density
7 /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
15 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Tamworth 20-30 min

Commute to Tamworth CBD

Distance
15 km
By Train
No direct rail to Piallamore; nearest station is Tamworth (~15 km); TrainLink services to Sydney (~6 hr)
By Car (Peak)
20–25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15–20 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; close proximity to Tamworth provides good access to regional services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Piallamore is a dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Tamworth.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
276
▲ 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 Piallamore. 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 Piallamore known for? +

Piallamore is a quiet rural locality known for its farming character and easy access to Tamworth, the New England region's main hub. The area is typical of the outer New England tablelands, with cattle and sheep properties surrounding a small residential community.

How far is Piallamore from Tamworth? +

Piallamore is approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Tamworth city centre, a drive of around 15–25 minutes via local roads.

Does Piallamore have public transport? +

Piallamore has very limited public transport. There are no rail services directly to the locality; the nearest station is Tamworth, approximately 15 km away. A car is essential for most travel.

What is the population of Piallamore? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 276 in Piallamore, making it a small, sparsely settled rural locality within the Tamworth Regional Council area.

Is Piallamore a good place to live? +

Piallamore is well suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle close to Tamworth's amenities. Its proximity to a major regional city offers the best of both worlds — open farmland and country living with urban services just a short drive away.

What is the postcode for Piallamore? +

The postcode for Piallamore is 2340.

Is Piallamore a safe area? +

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