Moore Creek vs North Tamworth
The verdict
North Tamworth is more affordable, with a median house price of $691K versus $845K in Moore Creek. Moore Creek rates higher for education (50 vs 41). North Tamworth rates higher for transport (46 vs 0). North Tamworth is closer to the coast (186.4 km vs 190.0 km). On the separate residential safety score, Moore Creek rates higher (76 vs 39/100 in North Tamworth).
Scores
| Moore Creek | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 20 | 49 |
| Transport | 0 | 46 |
| Education | 50 | 41 |
| Liveability | 14 | 59 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Moore Creek | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,868 | 6,273 |
| Median age | 37 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,523 | $1,463 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 33.6% | 33.7% |
| Born in Australia | 91.7% | 77.7% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 2.2 |
Growth: Moore Creek Stable · North Tamworth Stable
Property
| Moore Creek | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $845K | $691K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | $511K |
| House price YoY | 308.8% | 29.2% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $520 | $520 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.3% | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 33 | 35 |
Median price history
Safety
| Moore Creek | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 76 | 39 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 139 | 414 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 35 | 351 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 628 | 558 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,336 | 5,659 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Moore Creek | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 4 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,035 |
See the full school list on each profile: Moore Creek · North Tamworth
Transport
| Moore Creek | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 46 |
| Train stations | 0 | 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) | 11.1 km | 2.8 km |
Liveability
| Moore Creek | 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 | 0 | 6 |
| Parks | 1 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 2 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 190.0 km | 186.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 321.7 km | 313.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.7 km | 1.3 km |
Population & growth
| Moore Creek | North Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,868 | 6,273 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,021 | 6,359 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,132 | 6,785 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.31% | 0.34% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Moore Creek or North Tamworth?
Moore Creek has the higher residential safety score (Moore Creek 76/100 vs North Tamworth 39/100).
Which is more affordable, Moore Creek or North Tamworth?
North Tamworth is more affordable, with a median house price of $691K versus $845K.
Which has better public transport, Moore Creek or North Tamworth?
North Tamworth has the higher transport score (Moore Creek 0/100 vs North Tamworth 46/100).
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