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Spring Ridge

NSW 2343 • New South Wales

266
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
515.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulRemote
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About Spring Ridge

Spring Ridge is a small town in northeastern New South Wales, situated in the Liverpool Plains Shire on the fertile Liverpool Plains region. The town sits within the Binnaway–Werris Creek rail corridor and is serviced by a station on that line, with Tungenbone Road running east-west through the community towards Coonabarabran and Werris Creek. With a population of 266 at the 2021 Census, Spring Ridge serves as a quiet agricultural service point amid the plains' productive farming country.

The town has a modest but functional community infrastructure including the Royal Hotel, a general store, a primary school, and golf and tennis clubs. The surrounding Liverpool Plains are some of the most productive agricultural land in NSW, supporting wheat, cotton, and livestock farming across expansive black soil paddocks. The area is accessible to Tamworth — the major regional centre — approximately 90 kilometres to the north-east, providing Spring Ridge residents with access to a full range of urban services.

Spring Ridge falls under postcode 2343 and is governed by the Liverpool Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2343
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Liverpool Plains
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.67°, 150.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
515.18 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2343

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2343, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,944
Median 2023–24
$49,440
▲ 30.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,203

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2343; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Spring Ridge
0.5 km
5 min

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink regional coach — Tamworth / Dubbo 1 hr 30 min to Tamworth

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
Limited passenger rail via Werris Creek; NSW TrainLink coach to Tamworth then train/coach to Sydney (~6-7 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min – 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Tamworth (~90 km north-east) is the primary regional service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural town with only basic local services — most daily needs require a car trip to Tamworth or nearby towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
266
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Liverpool Plains Local Government Area, which contains Spring Ridge. 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spring Ridge known for? +

Spring Ridge is a small agricultural town on the Liverpool Plains, one of NSW's most fertile farming regions. It is known for broadacre cropping, livestock farming, and its community character, including the historic Royal Hotel and local golf and tennis clubs.

How far is Spring Ridge from Tamworth? +

Spring Ridge is approximately 90 kilometres south-west of Tamworth, the major regional centre for the area, with a drive time of around 1 hour via rural roads.

Does Spring Ridge have public transport? +

Spring Ridge has a station on the Binnaway–Werris Creek railway line, though passenger services are very limited. NSW TrainLink coach services connect the broader region to Tamworth and Dubbo. A private car is the most practical transport option for daily needs.

What is the population of Spring Ridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Spring Ridge had a population of 266 people, residing within Liverpool Plains Shire in northeastern New South Wales.

Is Spring Ridge a good place to live? +

Spring Ridge offers an affordable, unhurried rural lifestyle on some of NSW's richest farming land. It suits those involved in agriculture or looking for a tight-knit town atmosphere, though most services require a drive to Quirindi or Tamworth.

What is the postcode for Spring Ridge? +

The postcode for Spring Ridge, New South Wales is 2343.

Is Spring Ridge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Spring Ridge 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.