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Taylors Arm

NSW 2447 • New South Wales

133
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietAffordableAgricultural
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About Taylors Arm

Taylors Arm is a small village in the Nambucca Valley on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, located within Nambucca Valley Council approximately 50 kilometres inland from the coastal town of Nambucca Heads. Sitting at an elevation of around 25 metres in a valley setting, the village had a population of 133 at the 2021 Census and covers an area of 18.4 square kilometres. The median household income of approximately $35,857 reflects the modest rural character of the community, which grew from a history of cedar felling and dairy farming.

Taylors Arm is perhaps best known for its historic pub, immortalised in the well-loved Australian folk song 'The Pub With No Beer' by Gordon Parsons — later made world-famous by Slim Dusty. The village retains a quiet charm with deep roots in the farming and timber industries of the Nambucca Valley hinterland. The township of Macksville, about 20 kilometres to the east, provides access to schools, supermarkets, and medical services, while Nambucca Heads and the Pacific Highway are the gateway to the broader region. The valley lifestyle draws those who appreciate wide river flats, forested hills, and a genuine country community.

Taylors Arm 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
18.41 km²
Population Density
7 /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

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Macksville / Nambucca Heads Approx. 25-35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Macksville station for NSW TrainLink North Coast services to Sydney (approx. 7 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
5 hrs - 5 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hrs 45 min - 5 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Car essential; Pacific Highway (A1) is the main route south to Sydney and north to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all errands; the village has minimal local facilities and all services are accessed in Macksville or Nambucca Heads

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
133
▲ 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 Taylors Arm. 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 Taylors Arm known for? +

Taylors Arm is famous as the inspiration for 'The Pub With No Beer', the beloved Australian folk song written by Gordon Parsons and later made world-famous by Slim Dusty. The village also has a deep history in the cedar timber and dairy farming industries of the Nambucca Valley.

How far is Taylors Arm from Sydney CBD? +

Taylors Arm is approximately 480 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 5 to 5.5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway.

Does Taylors Arm have public transport? +

Taylors Arm has no rail service. The nearest train station is Macksville, approximately 20 kilometres east on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line. Limited local bus services run to Macksville and Nambucca Heads; a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Taylors Arm? +

Taylors Arm had a population of 133 at the 2021 Census, making it a very small community within the Nambucca Valley Council area.

Is Taylors Arm a good place to live? +

Taylors Arm suits those seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle with strong community character in the Mid North Coast hinterland. While day-to-day services require a drive to Macksville or Nambucca Heads, the valley setting and historic character offer a distinctive country lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Taylors Arm? +

The postcode for Taylors Arm, New South Wales is 2447.

Is Taylors Arm a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Taylors Arm 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.