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Thalgarrah

NSW 2350 • New South Wales

166
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
354.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalQuietEstablished
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About Thalgarrah

Thalgarrah is a rural locality in the Armidale Regional Council local government area, situated on the New England Tablelands of northern New South Wales, approximately 10 to 15 kilometres from the city of Armidale. Covering a large area of around 355 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 166 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its predominantly agricultural and low-density character. The median household income of approximately $43,892 is consistent with the mixed farming and lifestyle property nature of the area.

Thalgarrah is home to the Thalgarrah Environmental Education Centre, a well-regarded facility used by schools across the New England region for environmental and outdoor education programs. The surrounding landscape features open farmland, creek systems, and the cool upland environment characteristic of the Armidale plateau. Residents travel to Armidale for all major services, including its university, hospitals, schools, and retail centre — making proximity to this regional city the main practical benefit of living in the Thalgarrah locality.

Thalgarrah falls under postcode 2350 and is governed by the Armidale Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2350
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Armidale
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.49°, 151.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
354.74 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2350

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2350, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,892
Median 2023–24
$53,722
▲ 22.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,056

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2350; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Armidale
12 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Armidale Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
530 km
By Train
Drive to Armidale station (~12 km) then New England Trains to Sydney (~7–8 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6.5 hrs via New England Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
5–5.5 hrs

🛣️ Armidale is the main regional centre; New England Highway provides road access south to Tamworth and Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Thalgarrah is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; all errands require driving to Armidale

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
166
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
843.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
337.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.3%
Non-DV assault
684.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
13.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
448.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 13.7%
View all 62 offence types for Armidale →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thalgarrah known for? +

Thalgarrah is best known for the Thalgarrah Environmental Education Centre, a respected facility used by schools across the New England region for outdoor and environmental education. The wider locality is characterised by rural farmland and pastoral properties on the Armidale plateau.

How far is Thalgarrah from Sydney CBD? +

Thalgarrah is approximately 530 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, making it around a 5.5 to 6.5 hour drive via the New England Highway.

Does Thalgarrah have public transport? +

Thalgarrah has no local public transport services. Residents drive to Armidale, approximately 10 to 15 kilometres away, which has train connections to Sydney via New England Trains services. A car is essential for all local travel.

What is the population of Thalgarrah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Thalgarrah has a population of approximately 166 residents across its large 355 square kilometre rural area.

Is Thalgarrah a good place to live? +

Thalgarrah suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with the convenience of nearby Armidale. The proximity to one of regional NSW's most liveable cities — with its university, hospitals, arts scene, and schools — makes Thalgarrah an attractive option for those wanting acreage living without full isolation.

What is the postcode for Thalgarrah? +

The postcode for Thalgarrah, NSW is 2350.

Is Thalgarrah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Thalgarrah is part of the Armidale 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.