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West Tamworth

NSW 2340 • Rest of NSW

5,471
Population (2021)
$54,756
Median Household Income
6.25 km²
Area
$275/wk
Median Rent
AffordableSuburbanFamily-FriendlyDiverse

About West Tamworth

West Tamworth is a residential suburb on the western fringe of Tamworth city in the New England region of New South Wales, sitting at an elevation of 399 metres within the Tamworth Regional Council area. Home to around 5,471 residents, the suburb has a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, with over 1,190 residents — around 22% of the population — identifying as Indigenous. Household incomes are below the national average at a weekly median of approximately $1,053, and the suburb offers some of the most affordable housing in the Tamworth region.

West Tamworth provides convenient access to Tamworth's city centre and its full range of services, including the Tamworth Regional Airport, major shopping centres, and healthcare facilities. Tamworth is celebrated as the Country Music Capital of Australia, hosting the annual Tamworth Country Music Festival which draws visitors from across the country each January. The suburb's community is predominantly Australian-born and long-established, with a mix of families and retirees, and benefits from Tamworth's strong regional economy in agriculture, healthcare, and services.

West Tamworth falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by Tamworth Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
Tamworth
LGA / Council
Tamworth Regional
Federal Electorate
New England
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.10°, 150.91°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6.25 km²
Elevation
399m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in West Tamworth for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$427K
124 sales · ▲ 13.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$353K
17 sales · ▼ 1.9% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$275
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
11.6%

199 state housing + 43 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth
2 km
24 min

Bus Services

  • Tamworth Buslines Route 2 — Tamworth City Centre 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
415 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink XPT from Tamworth to Sydney Central approx 5.5-6 hours; limited departures
By Car (Peak)
4-4.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hr

🛣️ Western residential area of Tamworth; New England Highway provides road access; Tamworth is the Country Music Capital of Australia

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential suburb requiring a car for most errands; Tamworth city centre accessible by local bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Tamworth Regional Local Government Area, which contains West Tamworth. 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 Regional →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,201
Census 2021
5,471
▲ 5.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$27,144
Personal Income 2021
$32,448
▲ 19.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$32,448 / yr
$624/wk
Household
$54,756 / yr
$1053/wk
Family
$68,276 / yr
$1313/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,104
Born Overseas 585

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 73
  • 2. Vietnam 72
  • 3. China 54
  • 4. New Zealand 50
  • 5. England 34
  • 6. India 34
  • 7. Nepal 29
  • 8. Fiji 26
  • 9. Taiwan 25
  • 10. Myanmar 24

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,071
English 1,825
Australian Aboriginal 1,103
Irish 446
Scottish 356
German 171
Chinese 116
Filipino 80
Vietnamese 67
Italian 61

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,675
Both parents born in Australia
669
Both parents born overseas
326
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.9%
No Religion
35.4%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.0%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
374 (6.8%)
5-14 years
751 (13.7%)
15-19 years
387 (7.1%)
20-24 years
395 (7.2%)
25-34 years
842 (15.4%)
35-44 years
618 (11.3%)
45-54 years
587 (10.7%)
55-64 years
574 (10.5%)
65-74 years
471 (8.6%)
75-84 years
344 (6.3%)
85+ years
133 (2.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Tamworth known for? +

West Tamworth is a residential area within the broader Tamworth city, which is famous as Australia's Country Music Capital and host of the iconic Tamworth Country Music Festival each January. The suburb offers affordable housing and easy access to Tamworth's city centre and services.

How far is West Tamworth from Tamworth CBD? +

West Tamworth is approximately 3-5 kilometres west of the Tamworth CBD, with a short drive of around 5-10 minutes to the city centre.

Does West Tamworth have public transport? +

West Tamworth is served by local bus routes within the Tamworth city network. The Tamworth train station provides connections to Sydney via the Main North Line, and Tamworth Regional Airport offers regular flights to major cities.

What is the population of West Tamworth? +

According to the 2021 Census, West Tamworth has a population of approximately 5,471 residents within the Tamworth Regional Council local government area.

Is West Tamworth a good place to live? +

West Tamworth offers affordable residential living within easy reach of Tamworth's city centre, hospitals, schools, and the broader New England region. It suits families and those seeking the relaxed pace of a regional city with good community services.

What is the postcode for West Tamworth? +

The postcode for West Tamworth is 2340.

What is the average income in West Tamworth? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in West Tamworth is about $624 per week (around $32,400 per year). The median household income is $1,053 per week and the median family income is $1,313 per week.

What is the median house price in West Tamworth? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $426,750, up 13.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $353,000, down 1.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of West Tamworth? +

The median age in West Tamworth is 34. The largest age group is 25–34 (842 residents, around 15%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 17% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is West Tamworth a safe area? +

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

How much is rent in West Tamworth? +

In West Tamworth, the median weekly rent is $275, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,300 (2021 Census).