# Tumblong

Suburb / Locality · Area profile

Located in: New South Wales › Rest of NSW › Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional › 2729, NSW

Area: 129 km²

Separate houses make up every single home in Tumblong, creating a landscape of large, detached properties. This rural community is noticeably older than the national average, with a typical resident aged 42. It is a family-oriented place where children under 15 make up 21.8% of the population, well above the national figure. The area is defined by a strong connection to the land and a high rate of local volunteering.

## Demographics & Identity

Families with children are common here, as the proportion of children under 15 is much higher than in most similar areas. While the typical resident is 42, the community includes a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of 5.3%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total population | 225 | -33.4% since 2011 |
| Median age | 42 yrs | -2.3% since 2011 |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander population | 5.3% | +349.3% since 2011 |
| People aged 65 and over | 17.3% | -22.9% since 2011 |
| Children under 15 | 21.8% | +8.2% since 2011 |
| People in a de facto relationship | 10.8% | -5.2% since 2011 |

**Age structure** — Older adults (45–64) 26.2%, Young adults (25–44) 22.7%, Children (0–14) 21.8%, Seniors (65+) 17.3%, Youth (15–24) 8.0%

**Marital status** — Married 56.5%, Never married 27.1%, Divorced 10.0%, Separated 2.9%, Widowed 1.8%

## Ancestry & Birthplace

The community is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with only 3.1% of residents born overseas, a figure far below the state and national averages. Most people claim Australian, English, Scottish or Irish ancestry.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People born overseas | 3.1% | -19.1% since 2011 |

**Country of birth** — Australia 84.0%

**Ancestry** — Australian 44.0%, English 36.4%, Scottish 13.8%, Irish 12.4%, German 8.9%, Italian 1.8%

## Language

English is the only language spoken at home by 86.7% of the population, and no one uses another language as their primary tongue. This is far below the national average for language diversity.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People using another language at home | 0.0% | -100.0% since 2011 |
| People who speak little or no English | 1.3% | — |

**Language used at home** — English only 86.7%

## Religion

Faith is more common here than in most similar areas, with 61.3% of people identifying as Christians. The proportion of people with no religion is 27.1%, which is well below the state and national figures.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with no religion | 27.1% | +95.5% since 2011 |

**Religious affiliation** — Christianity 61.3%, No religion 27.1%, Not stated 10.2%

## Education & Qualifications

Formal qualifications are much lower than most areas, with only 5.9% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents finished school in Year 10, and certificates are the most common qualification.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Completed Year 12 | 31.1% | +0.5% since 2011 |
| Adults with a bachelor degree or higher | 5.9% | -21.2% since 2011 |
| Schools within 3 km | 0 | — |

**Highest year of school** — Year 10 44.1%, Year 12 31.1%, Year 9 or below 11.8%, Year 11 3.7%

**Highest qualification level** — Certificate III / IV 46.0%, Advanced diploma / diploma 12.6%, Bachelor degree 11.5%, Certificate I / II 3.4%

**Field of qualification** — Engineering & related 23.0%, Management & commerce 17.2%, Health 12.6%, Society & culture 12.6%, Agriculture & environment 6.9%, Architecture & building 4.6%, Education 3.4%, Food, hospitality & personal services 3.4%

## Income

Typical weekly household incomes are $1,524, which is a little below the national figure of $1,746. Around 16.7% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, putting them around the middle for similar areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median personal income (weekly) | $749 | +57.0% since 2011 |
| Median household income (weekly) | $1,524 | +47.8% since 2011 |
| Median family income (weekly) | $1,770 | +46.5% since 2011 |
| People earning $2,000+ a week | 5.9% | — |
| Households earning $3,000+ a week | 16.7% | — |

**Household income distribution** — $650–$1,499 34.7%, $1,500–$2,999 27.8%, $4,000 or more 9.7%, Under $650 6.9%, $3,000–$3,999 6.9%

**Personal income distribution** — $650–$1,499 36.5%, Under $650 34.7%, $1,500–$2,999 11.2%, $3,000 or more 1.8%

## Health & Disability

A long-term health condition affects 30.7% of residents, which is well above the state average. However, the rate of mental health conditions is a little below the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People with a long-term health condition | 30.7% | — |
| People with a mental health condition | 6.2% | — |
| People needing help with daily activities | 5.3% | +99.7% since 2011 |

**Long-term health conditions reported** — Asthma 9.8%, Arthritis 8.9%, Mental health 6.2%, Heart disease 5.8%, Other condition 5.3%, Diabetes 3.1%, Cancer 2.7%, Lung condition 2.2%

**Number of long-term health conditions** — None 58.2%, One condition 20.9%, Two conditions 5.8%, Three or more 1.3%

## Community Participation

Residents are very active in their community, with 21.8% volunteering and 21.2% providing unpaid care. Unpaid housework and childcare are also much more common here than in other areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volunteers | 21.8% | -27.4% since 2011 |
| People providing unpaid care | 21.2% | +68.2% since 2011 |
| People caring for children unpaid | 28.2% | -16.5% since 2011 |
| People who served in the Defence Force | 3.5% | — |
| People doing 15+ hours of unpaid housework | 30.0% | +0.5% since 2011 |

## First Nations

There are 12 First Nations people in the area, with a typical age of just 12 years, which is far younger than the national figure. Typical personal income for this group is $450 per week.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 12 | — |
| First Nations median age | 12 yrs | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $450 | — |
| First Nations household income | $1,499 | — |

## Family & Households

Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.6 people per home and a high number of couples with children. One-parent families are much less common than in most other areas.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Average household size | 2.6 | +13.0% since 2011 |
| One-parent families | 5.6% | -32.5% since 2011 |
| People living alone | 23.6% | +13.7% since 2011 |

**Family composition** — Couples with children 64.6%, Couples without children 29.2%, One-parent families 5.6%

**Household size** — 2 people 29.2%, 1 person 23.6%, 3 people 16.7%, 4 people 12.5%, 6 or more 4.2%

## Housing & Dwellings

Large homes are the norm, as 97.2% of dwellings have three or more bedrooms. Rents are much lower than the national average at $188 per week, and typical mortgage payments are also well below the national figure.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Median rent (weekly) | $188 | +150.7% since 2011 |
| Median mortgage repayment (monthly) | $1,300 | +8.3% since 2011 |
| Average people per bedroom | 0.70 | -36.4% since 2011 |
| Households renting | 22.2% | +2.4% since 2011 |
| Homes owned outright | 34.7% | -20.0% since 2011 |
| Separate (detached) houses | 100.0% | +2.4% since 2011 |
| Homes with three or more bedrooms | 97.2% | +15.1% since 2011 |

**How homes are owned or rented** — Owned with a mortgage 41.7%, Owned outright 34.7%, Rented 22.2%, Other tenure 9.7%, Not stated 5.6%

**Types of homes** — Separate house 100.0%

**Bedrooms per home** — 3 bedrooms 61.1%, 4 bedrooms 31.9%, 2 bedrooms 4.2%, 5 or more 4.2%

**Weekly rent distribution** — $200–$349 31.3%, Under $200 18.8%

**Monthly mortgage distribution** — $1,800–$2,999 33.3%, Under $1,000 23.3%, $1,000–$1,799 23.3%

## Transport & Vehicles

The area is entirely car-dependent, with every single home owning at least one motor vehicle. While there are a few bus routes, no one uses public transport to commute to work.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Homes with no motor vehicle | 0.0% | — |
| People working from home | 11.3% | -56.5% since 2011 |
| Commuting by public transport | 0.0% | — |
| Public transport stops | 1 | — |
| PT stops per 1,000 people | 4.44 | — |
| Weekly PT departures per 1,000 people | 26.7 | — |
| Public transport routes | 2 | — |
| Walk to nearest stop (min) | 34 | — |

**How people get to work** — Car (driver) 61.3%, Walked 11.3%, Worked at home 11.3%, Car (passenger) 2.8%

**Motor vehicles per home** — 2 vehicles 44.3%, 1 vehicle 25.7%, 4 or more 21.4%, 3 vehicles 20.0%

## Migration & Movement

The population is relatively stable, with 28.7% of people moving in the last five years. This is far below the national figure of 40.7%.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| People who moved in the last 5 years | 28.7% | +0.3% since 2011 |

## Jobs & Industry

Agriculture, forestry and fishing are major employers for 23.6% of the workforce. Full-time employment is slightly higher than the national average, and 62.4% of adults are working or looking for work.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8% | -43.7% since 2011 |
| Labour-force participation | 62.4% | -6.6% since 2011 |
| Employed full-time | 61.3% | -2.5% since 2011 |

**Industries people work in** — Agriculture, forestry & fishing 23.6%, Health care & social assistance 14.2%, Accommodation & food 10.4%, Wholesale trade 7.5%, Transport & warehousing 7.5%, Construction 6.6%, Manufacturing 5.7%, Retail trade 5.7%, Administrative & support 5.7%, Public administration & safety 4.7%, Arts & recreation 3.8%

**Occupations people work in** — Managers 27.4%, Labourers 12.3%, Clerical & administrative 9.4%, Sales workers 9.4%, Machinery operators & drivers 9.4%, Professionals 5.7%, Technicians & trades 5.7%, Community & personal service 3.8%

## Walkability

The area is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 0.2. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of a school, health service or grocery store.

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Walkability score | 0.2 | — |
| Amenity types within a 15-minute walk | 0.1 | — |
| Homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of groceries | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 10 min walk of public transport | 0.7% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a school | 0.0% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of a park | 0.7% | — |
| Homes within 15 min walk of health services | 0.0% | — |
| Walkable amenities per 1,000 residents | 8.9 | — |
| Street connectivity (intersections/km²) | 0 | — |
| Mean terrain slope | 5.9% | — |

## Nearby areas

[Mount Horeb](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL12775/mount-horeb) · [Mount Adrah](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL12755/mount-adrah) · [Grahamstown](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL11741/grahamstown) · [Bangadang](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10173/bangadang) · [Nangus](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL12901/nangus) · [Reno](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL13363/reno) · [South Gundagai](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL13600/south-gundagai) · [Califat](https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10752/califat)

Interactive profile: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL13981/tumblong