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Quirindi

NSW 2343 • Rest of NSW

3,355
Population (2021)
$62,296
Median Household Income
415.76 km²
Area
$250/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCountry TownAffordable

About Quirindi

Quirindi is a small rural town on the North West Slopes of New South Wales, located 346 kilometres northwest of Sydney and 68 kilometres south of Tamworth. With a population of around 2,600 residents, the town serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural region within Liverpool Plains Shire. The name derives from the Gamilaraay language, with meanings including "nest in the hills".

The local economy is based on agriculture, with broadacre farming on the black soil plains to the west and livestock grazing in the hilly eastern districts. Quirindi offers a quintessential country town lifestyle with sporting facilities including a racecourse, golf course, tennis and bowling clubs. Annual events like the Rural Heritage Festival and Boxing Day Races draw visitors from across the region. The town appeals to those seeking affordable rural living with good local services.

Quirindi falls under postcode 2343 and is governed by Liverpool Plains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2343
Urban Area
Quirindi
LGA / Council
Liverpool Plains
Federal Electorate
New England
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.50°, 150.63°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
415.76 km²
Elevation
348m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Quirindi for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$413K
94 sales · ▲ 11.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,127
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.5%

32 state housing + 25 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Quirindi
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • School buses — Tamworth, surrounding areas Varies

Commute to Sydney

Distance
346 km
By Train
5-6 hours NSW TrainLink
By Car (Peak)
4-4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hours

🛣️ Tamworth regional centre 68km north (45 min drive)

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre compact and walkable, car essential for farming areas

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Quirindi, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Ardglen Tunnel
Main Northern railway, Ardglen • SHR #01021
Quirindi Railway Station group
Main Northern railway, Quirindi • SHR #01227
Windy Station Woolshed
Windy Road, Pine Ridge • SHR #01963
East Warrah Woolshed
Merriwa Road, Warrah Creek • SHR #01962

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Liverpool Plains Local Government Area, which contains Quirindi. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
365.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
286.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
469.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
169.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Liverpool Plains →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,444
Census 2021
3,355
▼ 2.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$29,120
Personal Income 2021
$33,852
▲ 16.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$33,852 / yr
$651/wk
Household
$62,296 / yr
$1198/wk
Family
$82,212 / yr
$1581/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,745
Born Overseas 190

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 41
  • 2. New Zealand 35
  • 3. India 18
  • 4. Philippines 13
  • 5. China 9
  • 6. Nepal 9
  • 7. Netherlands 5
  • 8. Scotland 5
  • 9. Italy 4
  • 10. South Africa 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,462
English 1,274
Australian Aboriginal 487
Irish 330
Scottish 322
German 72
Italian 29
Dutch 25
Chinese 23
New Zealander 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,505
Both parents born in Australia
242
Both parents born overseas
201
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.9%
No Religion
26.7%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
175 (5.2%)
5-14 years
436 (13.0%)
15-19 years
191 (5.7%)
20-24 years
148 (4.4%)
25-34 years
296 (8.8%)
35-44 years
363 (10.8%)
45-54 years
416 (12.4%)
55-64 years
452 (13.5%)
65-74 years
464 (13.8%)
75-84 years
293 (8.7%)
85+ years
121 (3.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Quirindi known for? +

Quirindi is a small rural town on the North West Slopes of New South Wales, located 346 kilometres northwest of Sydney and 68 kilometres south of Tamworth.

How far is Quirindi from Sydney? +

Quirindi is approximately 346 kilometres from Sydney. The drive takes around 4-4.5 hours during peak hour and 4 hours off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 5-6 hours NSW TrainLink.

Does Quirindi have public transport? +

Quirindi is served by Quirindi station (0.5 km, approximately 6 min walk) on the NSW TrainLink XPT/Xplorer to Sydney/Armidale/Moree. Local bus services including School buses also connect residents to Tamworth, surrounding areas.

What is the population of Quirindi? +

According to the 2021 Census, Quirindi has a population of approximately 3,355 residents.

Is Quirindi a good place to live? +

Quirindi offers a rural lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Quirindi? +

The postcode for Quirindi in NSW is 2343.

What is the average income in Quirindi? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Quirindi is about $651 per week (around $33,900 per year). The median household income is $1,198 per week and the median family income is $1,581 per week.

What is the median house price in Quirindi? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $412,500, up 11.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Quirindi? +

The median age in Quirindi is 46. The largest age group is 65–74 (464 residents, around 14%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Quirindi a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Quirindi is part of the Liverpool Plains 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.

How much is rent in Quirindi? +

In Quirindi, the median weekly rent is $250, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,127 (2021 Census).