Guyra
NSW 2365 • Rest of NSW
About Guyra
Guyra is a small town on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated midway between Armidale (38 km south) and Glen Innes (61 km north) at an elevation of 1,330 metres. With a population of about 2,077 (2021 census), it is one of the highest towns in Australia. The town was established in 1885 and falls within the Armidale Regional Council area.
Guyra is the heart of a productive agricultural region known for lamb and potato farming, celebrated by a statue on the main street. The town offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with a strong community spirit, local shops, a hospital, schools, and sporting facilities. Mother of Ducks Lagoon, a nature reserve on the town's edge, is popular for birdwatching. The cool highland climate and affordable property attract retirees and those seeking a quieter pace of life.
Guyra falls under postcode 2365 and is governed by Armidale Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink coach — Armidale (38 km south) 30-40 min
- NSW TrainLink coach — Glen Innes (61 km north) 45-55 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Remote rural town; nearest regional centre is Armidale (38 km, 30 min drive). Sydney is 547 km / ~6 hours drive. Rail services through Guyra are discontinued.
Small country town where most amenities are on the main street, but a car is needed for broader errands and travel.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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6733 2001 588 Inn Rd
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Black Mountain Public School ICSEA 8076775 0192 or 0459 788 944 815 Black Mountain Rd
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Bald Blair Public School ICSEA 9696779 1578 2132 Greenhills Road
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Guyra Central School ICSEA 8896779 0844 Marne Street
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Malpas Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Guyra, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Guyra by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Guyra Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Guyra" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
14 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 21
- 2. New Zealand 15
- 3. Taiwan 14
- 4. India 6
- 5. Philippines 6
- 6. Japan 4
- 7. Netherlands 4
- 8. United States 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)