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Talarm

NSW 2447 • New South Wales

242
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.25 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastal HinterlandPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Talarm

Talarm is a small rural locality in the Nambucca Valley Council area on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated a few kilometres west of Macksville and south of the Nambucca River. Covering approximately 29 square kilometres, Talarm is home to around 242 residents spread across rural residential properties and farming land. The locality sits in the hinterland foothills behind the Mid North Coast, with Macksville High School serving the broader Nambucca Valley catchment, including Talarm.

Talarm residents have convenient access to Macksville, less than 10 kilometres away, which provides supermarkets, schools, medical services, and the Pacific Highway for connections north to Coffs Harbour and south to Port Macquarie. Nambucca Heads, with its beaches and coastal amenities, is within easy reach for weekend recreation. The Talarm Hall serves as a local community gathering point for the area's rural residents. The locality suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on the Mid North Coast while remaining close to the Nambucca Valley's coastal towns.

Talarm falls under postcode 2447 and is governed by the Nambucca Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2447
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Nambucca Valley
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.77°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.25 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2447

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2447, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$35,857
Median 2023–24
$45,054
▲ 25.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,446

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2447; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Macksville Station
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Macksville and Nambucca Heads 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
490 km
By Train
Train from Macksville to Sydney Central (approx. 6-7 hr via North Coast Line)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min - 6 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr - 6 hr

🛣️ Pacific Highway provides the main route south to Sydney; a car is essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential in Talarm; all daily services are accessed in Macksville

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
242
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
266.8 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 5.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Non-DV assault
538.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
490.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Nambucca Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Talarm known for? +

Talarm is a quiet rural locality in the Nambucca Valley known for its farming land and hinterland character on the NSW Mid North Coast. The Talarm Hall is a community focal point, and the area falls within the catchment of Macksville High School.

How far is Talarm from Coffs Harbour? +

Talarm is approximately 50 kilometres south of Coffs Harbour, typically a 40 to 50 minute drive via the Pacific Highway through Macksville.

Does Talarm have public transport? +

Talarm has very limited public transport. Macksville railway station, less than 10 kilometres away, provides access to North Coast Line train services connecting to Sydney and Brisbane. A car is the practical option for local travel.

What is the population of Talarm? +

Talarm has a population of approximately 242 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it one of the small rural localities of the Nambucca Valley Council area.

Is Talarm a good place to live? +

Talarm suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on the NSW Mid North Coast close to both coastal towns and hinterland farming country. Its proximity to Macksville and Nambucca Heads makes it a convenient base for those valuing rural space without being too far from services.

What is the postcode for Talarm? +

The postcode for Talarm is 2447.

Is Talarm a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Talarm is part of the Nambucca Valley 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.