East Tamworth vs North Tamworth
The verdict
North Tamworth is more affordable, with a median house price of $604K versus $683K in East Tamworth. East Tamworth rates higher for transport (64 vs 46). North Tamworth rates higher for liveability (59 vs 49). East Tamworth is closer to the coast (182.4 km vs 186.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, North Tamworth rates higher (39 vs 25/100 in East Tamworth).
Scores
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 55 | 49 |
| Transport | 64 | 46 |
| Education | 50 | 41 |
| Liveability | 49 | 59 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,417 | 6,273 |
| Median age | 40 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,711 | $1,463 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 44.1% | 33.7% |
| Born in Australia | 84.4% | 77.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.2 |
Growth: East Tamworth Stable · North Tamworth Stable
Property
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $683K | $604K |
| Median unit price | $348K | $478K |
| House price YoY | 6.2% | 4.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $500 | $500 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.6% | 3.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 32 | 30 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 25 | 39 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 609 | 414 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 295 | 351 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 720 | 558 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,347 | 6,424 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 3 | 4 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 996 | 1,032 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Tamworth · North Tamworth
Transport
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 64 | 46 |
| Train stations | 1 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.3 km | 2.8 km |
Liveability
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 32.0°C | 32.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 16.5°C | 16.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 670 | 670 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 6 |
| Parks | 14 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 182.4 km | 186.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 309.7 km | 313.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.6 km | 1.3 km |
Population & growth
| East Tamworth | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 5,417 | 6,273 |
| Estimated 2025 | 5,491 | 6,359 |
| Projected 2041 | 5,859 | 6,785 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.34% | 0.34% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Tamworth or North Tamworth?
North Tamworth has the higher residential safety score (East Tamworth 25/100 vs North Tamworth 39/100).
Which is more affordable, East Tamworth or North Tamworth?
North Tamworth is more affordable, with a median house price of $604K versus $683K.
Which has better schools, East Tamworth or North Tamworth?
North Tamworth has a higher average school ICSEA (East Tamworth 996 vs North Tamworth 1032; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Tamworth or North Tamworth?
East Tamworth has the higher transport score (East Tamworth 64/100 vs North Tamworth 46/100).
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