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Taree

NSW 2430 • Rest of NSW

16,715
Population (2021)
$28,288
Median Income
47.84 km²
Area
31m
Elevation
Regional CentreRiver TownAffordableCountry Living

About Taree

Taree is the commercial heart of the Manning Valley, a regional centre of over 16,000 people serving the mid-north coast hinterland. Positioned on the Pacific Highway with good road access to Sydney, it functions as the service hub for surrounding farming and coastal communities. The Manning River defines the town's character and recreation options.

Victoria Street and the mall provide comprehensive country-town shopping, while the dining scene reflects its traditional Australian character. The riverside setting is pleasant, and nearby beaches at Old Bar and Manning Point offer coastal access. Taree attracts those seeking affordable regional living with proper services, retirees, and families who appreciate rural community. It's practical country Australia—everything you need without pretension.

Taree falls under postcode 2430 and is governed by Mid-Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Myall Lakes electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2430
Urban Area
Taree
LGA
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Myall Lakes
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.89°, 152.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
47.84 km²
Elevation
31m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Macquarie Street Taree 2430 NSW
  • Woolworths
    60 Manning Street Taree 2430 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Taree, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Taree Railway Station group
North Coat railway taree • SHR #01264
Taree rail bridge over Manning River
Near Mount George North Coast railway Taree • SHR #01059

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$289
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
16,197
Census 2021
16,715
▲ 3.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,180
Income 2021
$28,288
▲ 17.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 13,723
Born Overseas 1,486

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 326
  • 2. India 142
  • 3. Philippines 136
  • 4. New Zealand 116
  • 5. Netherlands 55
  • 6. Germany 49
  • 7. China 48
  • 8. Nepal 37
  • 9. Scotland 35
  • 10. United States 35
  • 11. South Africa 30
  • 12. Thailand 29
  • 13. Ireland 25
  • 14. Vietnam 22
  • 15. Pakistan 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 6,952
English 6,799
Australian Aboriginal 1,930
Scottish 1,562
Irish 1,508
German 572
Italian 228
Dutch 196
Filipino 189
Indian 175

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

12,123
Both parents born in Australia
1,805
Both parents born overseas
1,176
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.9%
No Religion
36.5%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
858 (5.1%)
5-14 years
2,090 (12.5%)
15-19 years
953 (5.7%)
20-24 years
868 (5.2%)
25-34 years
1,804 (10.8%)
35-44 years
1,642 (9.8%)
45-54 years
1,798 (10.8%)
55-64 years
2,120 (12.7%)
65-74 years
2,132 (12.8%)
75-84 years
1,662 (9.9%)
85+ years
776 (4.6%)

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