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Wallamore

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

84
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalQuiet
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About Wallamore

Wallamore is a small rural locality in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales, located within the New England region approximately 15 kilometres north-west of the city of Tamworth. The locality covers around 22 square kilometres of largely flat to gently undulating agricultural land and recorded a population of 84 at the 2021 Census across about 27 dwellings. Wallamore shares the 2340 postcode with Tamworth and forms part of the rural fringe surrounding one of regional NSW's largest inland cities.

The area is primarily used for sheep and cattle grazing, with properties along Wallamore Road featuring rural and semi-rural characteristics typical of the Tamworth hinterland. Proximity to Tamworth gives residents access to the city's extensive services, including hospitals, schools, a regional airport, and a well-established retail and dining precinct. Wallamore suits farmers, rural lifestyle seekers, and those who want open paddocks and country air within easy reach of a major regional centre known for its Country Music Festival and strong agricultural community.

Wallamore falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by the Tamworth Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tamworth
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.33°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.42 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2340

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2340, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,760
Median 2023–24
$56,461
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,370

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2340; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth Station
15 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Tamworth Approx. 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
415 km
By Train
No direct service from Wallamore. NSW TrainLink from Tamworth to Sydney Central takes approx. 5.5-6 hrs.
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hrs

🛣️ A car is essential for local travel. The New England Highway is the main route to Sydney and Brisbane. Tamworth Airport offers regular flights to Sydney.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

There are no local shops or services in Wallamore; all daily needs require a drive to Tamworth, approximately 15km away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
84
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
643.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
332.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
713.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
535.6 / 100k
2yr Up 48.9% 10yr Down 1.9%
View all 62 offence types for Tamworth →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wallamore known for? +

Wallamore is a quiet rural locality near Tamworth known for sheep and cattle grazing and semi-rural lifestyle properties. It sits on the rural fringe of the New England region, offering open farmland within easy reach of Tamworth's city services.

How far is Wallamore from Tamworth? +

Wallamore is approximately 15 kilometres north-west of Tamworth city centre, making it a short 20-30 minute drive to access the city's services, schools, hospital, and regional airport.

Does Wallamore have public transport? +

Wallamore has no local public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles for all travel. The nearest rail and long-distance coach services are available at Tamworth, approximately 15 kilometres away.

What is the population of Wallamore? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wallamore had a population of 84 residents across approximately 27 dwellings, making it a very small and sparsely populated rural locality within the Tamworth Regional Council area.

Is Wallamore a good place to live? +

Wallamore offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with the advantage of being close to Tamworth, one of regional NSW's largest cities. It is well-suited to those seeking agricultural land or a country lifestyle property without being too far from services and employment.

What is the postcode for Wallamore? +

The postcode for Wallamore is 2340, which it shares with Tamworth and other localities in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales.

Is Wallamore a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wallamore is part of the Tamworth 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.