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Timor

NSW 2338 • New South Wales

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
202.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Timor

Timor is a small rural locality in the Tamworth area of the New England Northern Tablelands, situated approximately 390 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 202 square kilometres of grazing land on the New England tablelands near the Liverpool Range.

The nearest town of Tamworth, approximately 30 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The New England region around Tamworth is known as the country music capital of Australia and for its world-class merino wool and beef cattle properties. There is no public transport serving Timor; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Timor falls under postcode 2338 and is governed by the Upper Hunter Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2338
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Hunter
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.74°, 151.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
202.31 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2338

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2338 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$48,787
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,841

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2338; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr - 5 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Tamworth is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
208.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
152.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
291.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
6.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
256.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Upper Hunter →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Timor known for? +

Timor is a quiet rural locality in the Tamworth area of the New England Northern Tablelands. The locality covers approximately 202 square kilometres of grazing land on the New England tablelands near the Liverpool Range.

How far is Timor from Sydney CBD? +

Timor is approximately 390 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 5 to 6 hour drive.

Does Timor have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Timor. A private vehicle is essential, with Tamworth approximately 30 kilometres away.

What is the population of Timor? +

According to the 2021 Census, Timor has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Tamworth area of the New England Northern Tablelands.

Is Timor a good place to live? +

Timor suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Tamworth area of the New England Northern Tablelands, with Tamworth providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Timor? +

The postcode for Timor is 2338, covering this rural locality in the Tamworth area of the New England Northern Tablelands.

Is Timor a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Timor is part of the Upper Hunter 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.