Werris Creek

NSW 2341 • Rest of NSW

1,478
Population (2021)
$25,896
Median Income
227.91 km²
Area
362m
Elevation

About Werris Creek

Werris Creek is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Liverpool Plains (Area) area. With a population of 1,478 and a median income of $25,896, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 227.91 km² at an elevation of 362m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 362m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Werris Creek offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Werris Creek falls under postcode 2341 and is governed by Liverpool Plains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2341
Urban Area
Werris Creek
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.35°, 150.63°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
227.91 km²
Elevation
362m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Werris Creek, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Main Northern Railway Werris Creek • SHR #01285

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$906
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,572
Census 2021
1,478
6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,556
Income 2021
$25,896
9.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,306
Born Overseas 58

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 16
  • 2. New Zealand 13
  • 3. Germany 5
  • 4. Ireland 5
  • 5. South Korea 3
  • 6. Pakistan 3
  • 7. Thailand 3
  • 8. Wales 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 649
English 602
Australian Aboriginal 285
Irish 173
Scottish 141
German 48
Italian 15
Chinese 14
Welsh 9
Dutch 6

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,196
Both parents born in Australia
84
Both parents born overseas
77
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.5%
No Religion
30.9%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
71 (4.8%)
5-14 years
173 (11.7%)
15-19 years
74 (5.0%)
20-24 years
67 (4.5%)
25-34 years
136 (9.2%)
35-44 years
137 (9.3%)
45-54 years
162 (11.0%)
55-64 years
228 (15.4%)
65-74 years
238 (16.1%)
75-84 years
147 (9.9%)
85+ years
45 (3.0%)

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