Barraba

NSW 2347 • Rest of NSW

1,329
Population (2021)
$24,440
Median Income
523.54 km²
Area
544m
Elevation

About Barraba

Barraba is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Gwydir (Area) area. With a population of 1,329 and a median income of $24,440, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 523.54 km² at an elevation of 544m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Barraba is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Barraba falls under postcode 2347 and is governed by Gwydir Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2347
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.39°, 150.57°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
523.54 km²
Elevation
544m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$195
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$758
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
58 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,410
Census 2021
1,329
5.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,984
Income 2021
$24,440
6.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,111
Born Overseas 94

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 26
  • 2. Philippines 11
  • 3. Germany 8
  • 4. New Zealand 8
  • 5. India 7
  • 6. Canada 5
  • 7. South Africa 5
  • 8. Ireland 4
  • 9. Japan 4
  • 10. Malaysia 4
  • 11. Netherlands 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 605
Australian 566
Australian Aboriginal 149
Irish 147
Scottish 131
German 63
Filipino 14
Indian 9
Chinese 8
Spanish 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,018
Both parents born in Australia
111
Both parents born overseas
92
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
66.7%
No Religion
22.9%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
47 (3.5%)
5-14 years
129 (9.7%)
15-19 years
50 (3.8%)
20-24 years
32 (2.4%)
25-34 years
95 (7.1%)
35-44 years
93 (7.0%)
45-54 years
148 (11.1%)
55-64 years
237 (17.8%)
65-74 years
248 (18.7%)
75-84 years
196 (14.7%)
85+ years
62 (4.7%)

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