What is Attunga known for?

Attunga is known for its long pastoral history in the New England region, with roots dating to the 1840s when it was part of a major sheep grazing grant. A BHP limestone quarry opened there in 1919, and the community maintains a quiet agricultural character typical of the Peel River valley.

How far is Attunga from Tamworth?

Attunga is approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Tamworth, typically a 20 to 25 minute drive via Attunga Road.

Does Attunga have public transport?

Public transport in Attunga is very limited. The nearest rail connection is at Tamworth, approximately 20 kilometres away, which offers NSW TrainLink Xplorer services to Sydney. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Attunga?

According to the 2021 Census, Attunga has a population of 542 residents, making it a small rural community within the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales.

Is Attunga a good place to live?

Attunga is well-suited to those seeking rural life with easy access to a major regional city. Tamworth's full range of services, schools, and employment are within a 25 minute drive, while Attunga itself offers the quieter pace and open landscapes of the New England countryside.

What is the postcode for Attunga?

The postcode for Attunga, New South Wales is 2345.

Attunga

NSW 2345 • New South Wales

542

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Income

218.72 km²

Area

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Median Rent

RuralHistoricAgriculturalQuietCommuter Belt

About Attunga

Attunga is a small farming community and locality in the New England region of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Tamworth and within the Tamworth Regional Council area. Its name is an Aboriginal word meaning 'a high place', referencing the elevated terrain at around 374 metres above sea level. With a 2021 Census population of 542 residents, Attunga is a tightly settled rural community with a long pastoral history — the area was gazetted as a village in 1847 and has ties to early colonial wool grazing. The locality covers a substantial area of approximately 219 square kilometres.

The locality has a historic limestone quarry opened by BHP in 1919 and maintains a quiet agricultural character, surrounded by the productive farming landscapes of the Peel River valley and New England tablelands. Residents rely on Tamworth — the regional capital of the New England and North West — for schooling, employment, shopping, and medical services, making it an accessible rural base. Attunga suits families and individuals looking for a genuine country community lifestyle within a manageable commute of a major regional city, with the rural character and heritage of the New England region as a backdrop.

Attunga falls under postcode 2345 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2345

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Parkes

State Electorate

Tamworth

Type

Locality

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-30.86°, 150.88°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

218.72 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth Station

20 km

N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

Limited rural services — Tamworth 25-35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance

420 km

By Train

NSW TrainLink Xplorer from Tamworth to Sydney: approx. 5.5 hrs (drive to Tamworth first)

By Car (Peak)

4.5-5 hrs via New England Highway

By Car (Off-Peak)

4.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential. Tamworth (20 km) is the main service centre and transport hub for the region.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no walkable services; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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Attunga Public School ICSEA 908

6769 5554 1-1A Attunga Street

GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Attunga by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Attunga Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Attunga" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

542

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Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016

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Income 2021

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Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021