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Tamworth

NSW 2340 • New South Wales

189
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCountry TownCommunity

About Tamworth

Tamworth is a locality within the broader Tamworth Regional Council area in the New England region of New South Wales, situated approximately 400 kilometres north of Sydney. The locality covers a compact area of around 1.2 square kilometres and recorded a population of 189 in the 2021 Census, forming part of the larger Tamworth urban agglomeration — one of the most significant regional centres in inland NSW. The wider Tamworth area is governed by Tamworth Regional Council and sits on the Peel River flood plain at an elevation of around 400 metres above sea level.

The locality benefits from all the services and amenities of regional Tamworth, which is best known internationally as the Country Music Capital of Australia, home to the annual Tamworth Country Music Festival each January. Residents enjoy access to a strong network of schools, healthcare facilities, retail centres, and recreational spaces including Bicentennial Park along the riverbank. Tamworth Station provides NSW TrainLink rail services connecting the area to Sydney and other regional centres, and the local airport serves regular flights to major cities.

Tamworth falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.33°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.24 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth Station
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Local Tamworth area services — Tamworth CBD and suburbs 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
Approx. 6-7 hours via NSW TrainLink to Central Station
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hours

🛣️ Tamworth Airport offers regular flights to Sydney (approx. 1h 20min); New England Highway is the main road link south

Walkability Car-Dependent

The locality is within reach of Tamworth services but most daily errands require a car or local bus

🛒 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 Tamworth by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Tamworth Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
189
▲ 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 Tamworth known for? +

Tamworth is famous as Australia's Country Music Capital, hosting the Tamworth Country Music Festival each January — one of the largest music festivals in the Southern Hemisphere. The city is also a major regional service hub for the New England agricultural district.

How far is Tamworth from Sydney? +

Tamworth is approximately 400 kilometres north of Sydney, about a 4.5 to 5 hour drive via the New England Highway. NSW TrainLink operates rail services, which take around 6-7 hours.

Does Tamworth have public transport? +

Tamworth has NSW TrainLink rail services connecting it to Sydney and regional centres, as well as local bus services within the city area. The locality is also close to Tamworth Airport, with regular flights to Sydney and Brisbane.

What is the population of Tamworth locality? +

The Tamworth locality recorded a population of 189 in the 2021 Census, a small statistical locality within the wider Tamworth city, which has a total population of approximately 60,000 residents.

Is Tamworth a good place to live? +

Tamworth offers a strong regional lifestyle with affordable housing, good schools, healthcare, and a vibrant community culture centred on country music and agriculture. It suits families, retirees, and those seeking a regional alternative to coastal or capital city living.

What is the postcode for Tamworth? +

The postcode for Tamworth is 2340, which covers the Tamworth locality and surrounding suburbs including East Tamworth, North Tamworth, West Tamworth, and a number of rural localities in the region.