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Gunnedah

NSW 2380 • Rest of NSW

10,359
Population (2021)
$40,924
Median Income
518.05 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Koala TownLiverpool PlainsAgriculturalCountry Hospitality

About Gunnedah

Gunnedah serves the Liverpool Plains farming community about 450 kilometres northwest of Sydney. This regional town of roughly 10,400 residents is known for its koala population and agricultural heritage. The surrounding black soil plains produce some of Australia's best crops, supporting a community grounded in farming.

The koalas are genuine - wild populations live in the trees around town, drawing nature tourists. But beyond the wildlife, Gunnedah functions as a practical country town serving farming families. The community is friendly and welcoming, with country hospitality that doesn't need to try. Agricultural prosperity brings stability, while the koalas bring an unexpected gentle touch to everyday life.

Gunnedah falls under postcode 2380 and is governed by Gunnedah Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2380
Urban Area
Gunnedah
LGA / Council
Gunnedah
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.00°, 150.22°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
518.05 km²
Elevation
328m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Little Conadilly Street Gunnedah 2380 NSW
  • Woolworths
    119 - 129 Conadilly Street Gunnedah 2380 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Gunnedah, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Gunnedah Railway Station group
Werris Creek-Moree railway, Gunnedah • SHR #01160
Kurrumbede Homestead Complex
1693 Blue Vale Road, Gunnedah • SHR #02063

🔍 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 Gunnedah by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Gunnedah Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.7%

113 state housing + 66 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,726
Census 2021
10,359
▲ 6.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,240
Income 2021
$40,924
▲ 26.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 8,852
Born Overseas 581

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 93
  • 2. Philippines 79
  • 3. New Zealand 62
  • 4. South Africa 41
  • 5. India 27
  • 6. China 22
  • 7. Fiji 20
  • 8. Germany 15
  • 9. Indonesia 15
  • 10. Vietnam 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 4,640
English 3,904
Australian Aboriginal 1,601
Irish 1,098
Scottish 975
German 410
Filipino 103
Dutch 90
Chinese 77
Italian 74

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

8,054
Both parents born in Australia
701
Both parents born overseas
615
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.5%
No Religion
32.7%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
767 (7.4%)
5-14 years
1,580 (15.3%)
15-19 years
540 (5.2%)
20-24 years
567 (5.5%)
25-34 years
1,441 (13.9%)
35-44 years
1,210 (11.7%)
45-54 years
1,072 (10.3%)
55-64 years
1,180 (11.4%)
65-74 years
991 (9.6%)
75-84 years
717 (6.9%)
85+ years
302 (2.9%)

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