New England North West

State

NSW
Region Size

99139.9 (Sq Kms)
Population

186,942

Largest Regional City

Tamworth
No. of Jobs

144,094

Median Weekly Household Mortgage

$312
Median Weekly Household Rent

$270
Region is known for

Innovation, education, and rural living

Data Source: Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics data

Map of Towns in New England North West

Discover New England North West

Offering the benefits of city living with a country lifestyle, New England North West is a vibrant, progressive, and innovative region. With affordable housing, excellent transport connections including several regional airports, a range of educational opportunities, a diverse economy and picture-perfect villages, New England North West covers over 990,000 sq/kms in the Northern area of NSW. Known for the rural industries that make up its economy – and its way of life, New England offers all of the conveniences of a big city, with a relaxed pace of life and endless natural beauty to explore

People

People are the heart of all communities. Get a picture of New England North West by understanding the people who live there.

186,942
Estimated resident population (no.)
40
Median age - persons (years)
111,796
Working age population (aged 15-64 years) (no.)
22,058
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples (no.)
15,268
Persons born overseas (no.)

New England North West Adelaide Hills Population Statistics

Industry

From small locally owned businesses to larger operations, industries in New England North West form an important part of the community.

20,875
Total number of businesses

Employment

A move to more means creating a better life for yourself. Gain insight into the job market in New England North West to assist in your decision-making.

144,094
Number of jobs (no.)
702
Median weekly personal income ($)
20,875
Total number of businesses

Household

Discover the household make-up of those already living in New England North West to help you decide if this is the right region for you.

76,139
Total households (no.)
2.5
Average household size (no. of persons)
864
Median equivalised total household income (weekly) ($)
1,354
Median monthly household mortgage payment ($)
270
Median weekly household rental payment ($)

Services

Have confidence that New England North West has the services you need to support your lifestyle. This is a vital step in your decision to move to more.

26
Number of Hospitals
8
Number of Airports
1
Number of Universities

University of New England Image Credit: Destination NSW

Learning & growth

New England North West is often described as an educational centre. And rightly so. The region encompasses an educational diversity that spans remote home tutoring and one-teacher schools, through to a world-class regional university. You’ll also discover TAFE, University of New England, Conservatorium of Music, Flight training, along with the Northern Inland Academy of Sport delivering talent development programs, support, and activities to sport in the region.

Innovation

New England North West is renowned for its progressive and innovative economy. With thriving rural industries including cotton and grains that dominate Moree, Narrabri and the Liverpool Plains, and prime beef and wool further East, along with a thriving education, agriculture, food processing and agribusiness sectors – there are plenty of employment and business opportunities within this growing local economy. And, whether you are looking to stay in town, or live the farm life further out in the region, New England North West offers a wide range of affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles and budgets.

Towns of New England North West

From the university town of Armidale with its rich heritage and cultural scene, to the agricultural hub of Tamworth, and the charming towns like Glen Innes and Inverell, there’s more to discover in New England North West.