Warialda

NSW 2402 • Rest of NSW

1,480
Population (2021)
$26,780
Median Income
1196.86 km²
Area
394m
Elevation

About Warialda

Warialda is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Gwydir (Area) area. With a population of 1,480 and a median income of $26,780, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1196.86 km² at an elevation of 394m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Warialda is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Warialda falls under postcode 2402 and is governed by Gwydir Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2402
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.40°, 150.52°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1196.86 km²
Elevation
394m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,000
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
51 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,590
Census 2021
1,480
6.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,700
Income 2021
$26,780
8.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,294
Born Overseas 61

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 22
  • 2. Germany 6
  • 3. New Zealand 6
  • 4. India 4
  • 5. Malta 3
  • 6. South Africa 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 725
English 613
Scottish 158
Irish 132
Australian Aboriginal 105
German 61
Maori 9
Italian 8
Chinese 7
Hungarian 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,229
Both parents born in Australia
62
Both parents born overseas
69
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
64.5%
No Religion
27.1%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
69 (4.7%)
5-14 years
185 (12.5%)
15-19 years
72 (4.9%)
20-24 years
56 (3.8%)
25-34 years
141 (9.5%)
35-44 years
114 (7.7%)
45-54 years
174 (11.8%)
55-64 years
217 (14.7%)
65-74 years
231 (15.6%)
75-84 years
158 (10.7%)
85+ years
53 (3.6%)

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