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Tamworth Surrounds has an estimated 20,531 residents, up 7.8% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Tamworth Surrounds.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Tamworth Surrounds Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 322 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD and is home to an estimated 20,531 residents as of Aug 2026. AreaSearch's analysis indicates an increase of 1,493 people (7.8%) since the 2021 Census, when 19,038 people were recorded. This change draws on the estimated resident population (ERP) of 20,158 published by the ABS as of June 2025, together with 820 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has a comparatively old age profile, with a median age of 45, and its residents tend to hold lower levels of formal education. Population growth has been moderate, and the local housing stock is dominated by detached houses, while high levels of outright home ownership and above-average numbers of children per family further define the community.
Economically, the district draws on a notable agricultural employment base and a pronounced mining sector, alongside an elevated share of residents aged 65 to 74.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 16,382 in 2001 and 20,158 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 20,531 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 13.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.5%.
Tamworth Surrounds ranks in the 81st percentile nationally for development activity and the 75th for employment drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Tamworth Surrounds is $442 a week, up 8.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 24% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
24% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $286 in 2017, $488 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Gill Street, Moonbi NSW 2353 | $490,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 30 River Street, Moonbi NSW 2353 | $465,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 52 Gill Street, Nundle NSW 2340 | $460,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 52 Namoi Street, Manilla NSW 2346 | $380,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Chapman Street, Manilla NSW 2346 | $160,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 293 Meadows Lane, Warral NSW 2340 | $2,398,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 14089 New England Highway, Timbumburi NSW 2340 | $1,300,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Linden Street, Barraba NSW 2347 | $225,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 98 Arthur Street, Manilla NSW 2346 | $450,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Cooper Street, Barraba NSW 2347 | $50,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 13 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $520,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $442 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $615k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $555k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $520,000 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 13 Aug 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $488 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $404 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Tamworth - Gunnedah | $488 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Tamworth - Gunnedah, over 12 months | +9.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, New England and North West | $453 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, New England and North West, over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 276 tracked applications: 139 approved, 44 under assessment, 93 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in Tamworth Surrounds (3 under construction) and 90 more in the surrounding area.
Listed as an acreage residential release at Moore Creek, near Tamworth, New South Wales, with 45 large-lot rural home parcels, underground…
A residential estate north of Tamworth, offering over 300 lots for housing.
Eagle View Estate is a staged master-planned residential subdivision in Moore Creek delivered by MAAS Group Properties.
A structure plan for residential expansion east of Kootingal to support population growth and housing diversity over the next 20 years.
A 218-dwelling manufactured housing estate designed as a land lease community for the over-50s population.
Residential estate of 60 large urban home sites on Duri Road, Kingswood, near Tamworth in north-west NSW, with elevated views across the…
Redevelopment of the existing site into a modern neighbourhood supermarket, liquor retail outlet, and integrated service station.
A co-located renewable energy hub by Athena Energy Australia comprising a 257 MW DC (200 MW AC) solar farm with a 150 MW / 300 MWh battery…
Replacement of aging water infrastructure in East Tamworth, focusing on watermain renewal along Hall Street between Lancaster Avenue and…
A 1.47km elevated walking platform rising 120m through the tree canopy from Endeavour Drive to Oxley Scenic Lookout.
Major pavement rehabilitation of 2.5 kilometres of Carthage Street, one of East Tamworth's busiest roads.
A 3.7km long and 3.0m wide shared path for pedestrians and cyclists connecting Calala to Tamworth CBD via Campbell Road and the…
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Estimated completion year of the 49 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 14, 2027 18, 2028 8, 2029 1, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 2, 2035 2. 30 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 276 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tamworth Surrounds over the past 5 years, 244 in the last 12 months; 44 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 6, 2022 13, 2023 3, 2024 5, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 242.
Key application Upper Moore Creek Road, Moore Creek Mixed Use | $9.0m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 276 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 244 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 131 | ABS building approvals | 85th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 139 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 44 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 include: Eagle View Estate (Construction); Oxley Vale Lifestyle Estate (Approved); Oxley Vale Neighbourhood Supermarket (Under Assessment); East Tamworth Watermain Replacement (Construction); and Tamworth Regional Skywalk (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Education & Training, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Tamworth Surrounds among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 area has seen 315 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Tamworth Surrounds SA2's current population of 20,531 has been supported by 131 approvals on average over recent years.
The Tamworth Surrounds SA2 has seen 6.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 127 people in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Tamworth Surrounds SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 131, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 has grown by approximately 1,048 people, while 654 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Tamworth Surrounds has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,531 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 19,038 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,493 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 8,980.48 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 was estimated to be approximately 20,531 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 20,158 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The tamworth surrounds sa2 has added approximately 1,493 people and shown a 7.84% increase from the 19,038 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is estimated at 2 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (72.5%), Overseas migration (16.2%), Natural increase (11.3%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 72.5% of overall population gains.
Tamworth Surrounds hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Tamworth Surrounds is 2 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 13.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.0% of the population in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.7% of the population in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,395 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $60,893 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,431 | 2021 Census, weekly | 31st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $713 | 2021 Census, weekly | 30th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,853 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 28.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is approximately $55,738. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,395.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is approximately $64,778. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $60,893.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is approximately $55,738 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,395 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is approximately $64,778 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,893 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Tamworth Surrounds SA2's households (~29.5% / 2,067 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.5% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is $1,431/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is $1,853/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is $713/wk.
The Tamworth Surrounds SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Tamworth Surrounds SA2's median income among taxpayers is $52,395 and the average income stands at $60,893, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $55,733 and $69,112 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $55,738 (median) and $64,778 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is $5,387 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The tamworth surrounds sa2's disposable income is $5,387 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Tamworth Surrounds ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,088 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,814 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,346 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 has approximately 11,088 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 stands at 2.3%, which is 1.9 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.8% of employment), agriculture, forestry & fishing (13.8%), and education & training (10.2%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is 69.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The tamworth surrounds sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 13.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.6, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The tamworth surrounds sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 17.0% growth, ranking 2nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Tamworth Surrounds faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
16.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
41.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The tamworth surrounds sa2 ranks in the 17th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 are: Certificate (32.2%), Bachelor Degree (12.1%), Advanced Diploma (9.9%).
28.3% of the population in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.3% in primary school, 9.1% in secondary school, 2.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is 918, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 16 schools within the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,254 students.
The tamworth surrounds sa2 includes 13 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Tamworth Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,008 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,558 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 had 7,008 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.8% to an estimated 7,558 households today.
The average household size in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.6%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,123 family households, couples with children account for 30.3% of all households, couples without children at home 31.8%, and single parent families 10.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 51.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 24.6% of all households in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Tamworth Surrounds placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 98.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 94.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
Tamworth Surrounds was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 92.0% of its population being citizens, 94.2% born in Australia, and 98.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Tamworth Surrounds was found to be Christianity, which makes up 67.9% of people in Tamworth Surrounds. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tamworth Surrounds are Australian, comprising 34.1% of the population, English, comprising 32.5% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 6.4% of Tamworth Surrounds (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Irish at 8.4% (vs 8.8%) and German at 3.3% (vs 3.1%).
5.8% of the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.0% of the population in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
6.4% of the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.0% of the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tamworth Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 44.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,590 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.7% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $275 | 2021 Census, weekly | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 64th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, 44.5% of homes are owned outright, 38.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.3% of dwellings in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 are houses.
In the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, 0.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 stands at 44.5%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is $1,590, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is $814, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 19.2% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 consists of 97.3% detached houses, 1.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.6% apartments, and 0.8% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tamworth Surrounds consumes approximately 13.1% of median household income ($6,196 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Tamworth Surrounds show attached dwellings contributing 32% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 68% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Tamworth Surrounds is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Around 48.6% of people in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, 6.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.6% of people in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.7% of people in the Tamworth Surrounds SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Tamworth Surrounds SA2, 48.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 44 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 44th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 1,265 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 99th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,336 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 16 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 114 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 20.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 1,265 public transport stops within the Tamworth Surrounds SA2.
The Tamworth Surrounds SA2 has 1,336 weekly trips across 114 routes, averaging 190 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 186 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 4.0 km away and the nearest child care centre 5.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 1,265 stops nearby, 1,336 weekly trips, access rating 44 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 40 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 40th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 5.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 8.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 9.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest hospital | 12.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 12.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 14.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 21.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 23.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 24.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 24.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Tamworth Surrounds among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Tamworth Surrounds ranks in the 36th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Tamworth Surrounds's affordable property market has recorded 549 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 68% residential, 13% commercial and 19% vacant land transactions.
Tamworth Surrounds has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Tamworth Surrounds hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Tamworth Surrounds ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Tamworth Surrounds faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Tamworth Surrounds features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Tamworth Surrounds placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Tamworth Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Tamworth Surrounds is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Tamworth Surrounds has an estimated 20,531 residents, up 7.8% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Tamworth Surrounds.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Tamworth Surrounds.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (110041205). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Tamworth Surrounds from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Tamworth Surrounds with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
