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Tuncurry

NSW 2428 • Rest of NSW

6,376
Population (2021)
$25,948
Median Income
15.67 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
CoastalRetiree-HavenPeacefulAffordableLakeside

About Tuncurry

Tuncurry is a coastal town on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 320 kilometres north of Sydney within the Mid-Coast Council area. With a population of 6,376 and a median age of 62, it is well established as a retirement and sea-change destination, attracting residents drawn to its relaxed coastal lifestyle away from metropolitan centres. The town sits at just three metres above sea level, nestled between Wallis Lake and the Pacific Ocean.

Tuncurry is connected to its twin town of Forster via the Manning River bridge, and together they form the commercial hub of the Forster-Tuncurry area, with a Woolworths and local shops on the corner of Peel and Kent Streets catering to daily needs. The area is renowned for boating, fishing, swimming, and access to the Great Lakes, drawing holiday visitors and permanent retirees in equal measure. Affordable housing, peaceful streets, and a strong sense of community make Tuncurry an enduring choice for those seeking a slower pace of life on the NSW coast.

Tuncurry falls under postcode 2428 and is governed by Mid-Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Myall Lakes electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2428
Urban Area
Tuncurry
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Myall Lakes
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.16°, 152.49°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
15.67 km²
Elevation
3m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Peel and Kent St Tuncurry 2428 NSW

🎓 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 Tuncurry by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Tuncurry Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,322
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
62 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.4%

83 state housing + 49 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,186
Census 2021
6,376
▲ 3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,556
Income 2021
$25,948
▲ 10.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,325
Born Overseas 668

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 229
  • 2. New Zealand 59
  • 3. Scotland 34
  • 4. Philippines 28
  • 5. Nepal 26
  • 6. Germany 25
  • 7. China 19
  • 8. India 18
  • 9. Netherlands 14
  • 10. Italy 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,785
Australian 2,770
Irish 703
Scottish 624
Australian Aboriginal 309
German 198
Italian 154
Dutch 55
Chinese 54
Filipino 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,527
Both parents born in Australia
804
Both parents born overseas
569
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
60.0%
No Religion
31.3%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
179 (2.8%)
5-14 years
432 (6.8%)
15-19 years
243 (3.8%)
20-24 years
232 (3.6%)
25-34 years
423 (6.6%)
35-44 years
420 (6.6%)
45-54 years
578 (9.1%)
55-64 years
954 (15.0%)
65-74 years
1,378 (21.6%)
75-84 years
1,031 (16.2%)
85+ years
508 (8.0%)

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