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Wallabadah

NSW 2343 • New South Wales

382
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
378.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Wallabadah

Wallabadah is a small rural locality in the Liverpool Plains region of New South Wales, situated approximately 80 kilometres east of Tamworth along the Oxley Highway. With a population of around 380 people spread across 378 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled agricultural area characterised by rolling hills, open grazing land, and a close-knit community. The locality falls within the Tamworth Regional local government area and is part of the federal electorate of Parkes, reflecting its deeply rural nature. A small cluster of historic buildings and a pub mark the settlement's centre.

Life in Wallabadah revolves around farming, grazing, and the slower pace of rural New South Wales. The locality has limited local services, with residents accessing shops, schools, and healthcare in nearby Quirindi (about 35 km south) or Tamworth. The Oxley Highway is the main artery, carrying agricultural traffic and occasional travellers between the coast and inland NSW. Wallabadah attracts those who value space, quiet, and genuine country living — far removed from the pressures of urban life.

Wallabadah falls under postcode 2343 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2343
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.67°, 150.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
378.24 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NRMA / private coach — Tamworth / Quirindi 60-90 min to Tamworth

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest station is Quirindi (~35 km south)
By Car (Peak)
~3.5 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
~3.5 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Quirindi railway station (XPT, CountryLink) is the nearest rail access

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very limited services locally; private car essential for all daily needs

🛒 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 Wallabadah by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Wallabadah Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
382
▲ 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

Where is Wallabadah located? +

Wallabadah is a rural locality in the Liverpool Plains region of NSW, approximately 80 km east of Tamworth and 35 km north of Quirindi along the Oxley Highway.

What are the nearest services to Wallabadah? +

The nearest significant services — including supermarkets, schools, and medical centres — are in Quirindi (about 35 km south) or Tamworth (about 80 km west).

Is there a school in Wallabadah? +

Wallabadah Public School is a small rural government primary school serving the local community. Secondary students typically travel to Quirindi or Tamworth.