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Warrah Ridge

NSW 2343 • New South Wales

84
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
217.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Warrah Ridge

Warrah Ridge is a rural locality in the Liverpool Plains Shire in New South Wales, situated in the Liverpool Plains region of the state's north-west slopes, approximately 20 kilometres south of Quirindi. The locality is expansive, covering around 218 square kilometres of largely flat to rolling agricultural land, and had a population of 84 at the 2021 Census across about 36 dwellings. Warrah Ridge falls within the state electorate of Tamworth and is part of the federal electorate of Parkes, reflecting its rural and regional character.

The Liverpool Plains surrounding Warrah Ridge are among Australia's most fertile agricultural soils, and the area is predominantly used for broadacre cropping — wheat, sorghum, and cotton — as well as cattle and sheep grazing. The nearest town of Quirindi provides local schools, a hospital, and essential services, while Tamworth, roughly 55 kilometres to the north-east, offers a wider range of retail, medical, and commercial facilities. Warrah Ridge is well-suited to farming families and those seeking large rural holdings in one of New South Wales' most productive agricultural regions.

Warrah Ridge falls under postcode 2343 and is governed by the Liverpool Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2343
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Liverpool Plains
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.67°, 150.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
217.50 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2343

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2343, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,944
Median 2023–24
$49,440
▲ 30.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,203

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2343; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Quirindi Station
20 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — Quirindi Approx. 20-30 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
345 km
By Train
No service from Warrah Ridge. NSW TrainLink from Quirindi to Sydney Central takes approx. 5 hrs.
By Car (Peak)
4-4.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hrs

🛣️ A car is essential. The New England Highway via Quirindi and Murrurundi is the main route to Sydney. Tamworth is approx. 55km north-east.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Warrah Ridge has no local shops or services; all daily needs require travelling by car to Quirindi or Tamworth.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 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 Liverpool Plains Local Government Area, which contains Warrah Ridge. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
365.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
286.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
469.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
169.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Liverpool Plains →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Warrah Ridge known for? +

Warrah Ridge is known as part of the fertile Liverpool Plains agricultural district, one of the most productive farming regions in New South Wales. The locality is characterised by large broadacre farms growing wheat, sorghum, and cotton, as well as extensive cattle and sheep properties.

How far is Warrah Ridge from Quirindi? +

Warrah Ridge is approximately 20 kilometres south of Quirindi, the nearest town with local schools, a hospital, and essential services. Tamworth, the major regional centre, is about 55 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Warrah Ridge have public transport? +

Warrah Ridge has no public transport services. A private vehicle is essential for all travel. The nearest rail connection is at Quirindi station, approximately 20 kilometres away, which has NSW TrainLink services to Sydney.

What is the population of Warrah Ridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Warrah Ridge had a population of 84 residents across approximately 36 dwellings. The locality covers 218 square kilometres, resulting in very low population density typical of broadacre farming areas.

Is Warrah Ridge a good place to live? +

Warrah Ridge suits farming families and those seeking large rural properties on some of Australia's most fertile plains. It offers a quiet, agricultural lifestyle with Quirindi's services nearby, though a car is essential and there are no local amenities within the locality itself.

What is the postcode for Warrah Ridge? +

The postcode for Warrah Ridge is 2343, shared with Quirindi and surrounding localities in the Liverpool Plains Shire of New South Wales.

Is Warrah Ridge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Warrah Ridge is part of the Liverpool Plains 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.