Premer

NSW 2381 • New South Wales

126
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
174.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCountry TownHistoric

About Premer

Premer is a small country town in north-western New South Wales, located approximately 50 kilometres north of Quirindi and around 80 kilometres south of Narrabri, within the Liverpool Plains Shire and Gunnedah Shire local government areas. Situated on the edge of the fertile Liverpool Plains — one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions — Premer covers around 174 square kilometres of farming country. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 126 people, reflecting the gradual decline typical of small rural service towns in inland New South Wales.

Despite its small size, Premer retains many of the facilities that define a traditional country town, including a public school, preschool, hotel, post office, town hall, church, caravan park, and community health centre. The surrounding district is predominantly given over to cropping and grazing, with the rich black soils of the Liverpool Plains supporting some of the most productive farmland in New South Wales. The town formerly had a station on the now-closed Binnaway-Werris Creek railway line, and today residents travel to Quirindi or Tamworth for a wider range of services and amenities.

Premer falls under postcode 2381 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2381
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.24°, 150.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
174.48 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach (limited) — Quirindi / Tamworth Approx. 1 hr to Tamworth

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
380 km
By Train
No direct service; coach to Quirindi then NSW TrainLink to Sydney (approx. 5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
4–4.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4–4.5 hrs

🛣️ Quirindi (50km) is the nearest town; Tamworth (80km) provides full regional services including an airport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Premer has very limited local services; residents rely on a car for most daily needs, travelling to Quirindi or Tamworth for major shopping

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Premer by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Premer Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
126
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Premer known for? +

Premer is a small country town on the edge of the Liverpool Plains, one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions. It retains the character of a traditional NSW rural town, with a hotel, public school, and community facilities serving the surrounding farming district.

How far is Premer from Sydney? +

Premer is approximately 380 kilometres north-west of Sydney, around a 4 to 4.5 hour drive via the New England Highway through Quirindi and Tamworth.

Does Premer have public transport? +

Public transport options in Premer are very limited. The town formerly had a station on the Binnaway-Werris Creek railway line, which is now closed. Residents generally rely on a private vehicle, with the nearest active rail connection at Quirindi, approximately 50 kilometres south.

What is the population of Premer? +

The 2021 Census recorded 126 residents in Premer. Like many small inland NSW towns, Premer has experienced population decline over the decades as residents move to larger centres for employment and services.

Is Premer a good place to live? +

Premer offers a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by rich agricultural country. It suits those who value a tight-knit community, affordable living, and a close connection to the land, though residents should be comfortable travelling to Quirindi or Tamworth for most services.

What is the postcode for Premer? +

The postcode for Premer is 2381.