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Woolomin

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

260
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
71.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordable
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About Woolomin

Woolomin is a small rural locality situated in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Tamworth along the Tamworth–Nundle Road. With a population of around 260 people (2021 Census), Woolomin is a quiet farming community set among the rolling hills and creek valleys on the edge of the Liverpool Ranges. The area is known for its scenic countryside, historic gold-mining heritage from the Nundle region, and the peaceful rural lifestyle it affords.

Woolomin is home to Woolomin Public School, serving the local farming community and surrounding properties. Residents rely on Tamworth for major services including hospitals, high schools, supermarkets, and transport links, though the Nundle area — known for its historic charm and trout fishing in the Peel River — is popular for weekend recreation. The locality attracts farmers, hobby farmers, and those seeking an affordable, peaceful country lifestyle in a picturesque part of the New England Tablelands.

Woolomin 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
71.96 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$543K
10 sales · ▲ 29.2% 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.

💰 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
35 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • School bus services — Tamworth 45-55 min

Commute to Tamworth

Distance
35 km
By Train
No local service; Tamworth Station (~35km) served by NSW TrainLink to Sydney (~5.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
35-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 min

🛣️ Car is essential; school bus services operate for students; no regular public bus route

Walkability Car Dependent

Woolomin Public School is the main local facility; all other services require car travel to Tamworth

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
260
▲ 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 Woolomin. 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

Where is Woolomin NSW? +

Woolomin is a rural locality approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Tamworth in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, along the Tamworth–Nundle Road.

What school serves Woolomin? +

Woolomin Public School (Government) is located on Tamworth-Nundle Rd and serves the local farming community and surrounding rural properties.

What is Woolomin known for? +

Woolomin is known for its scenic rural landscape and proximity to the historic gold-mining township of Nundle, which is popular for fossicking, trout fishing in the Peel River, and exploring 19th-century heritage buildings.

How far is Woolomin from Tamworth? +

Woolomin is approximately 35 kilometres south-east of Tamworth, a drive of around 35–40 minutes via the Tamworth-Nundle Road.

What is the median house price in Woolomin? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $542,500, up 29.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Woolomin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woolomin 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.

What is the population of Woolomin? +

Woolomin had a population of 260 at the 2021 Census.