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Failford, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Failford is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 509. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
509 Population 0/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$17,238 Median Income
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$17,238 median income, 9.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population509
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$17,238
Per Capita$17,238
Unemployment9.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership94.2%
Housing Units204

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population509
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-32.0918°, 152.4460°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (735 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,238
Median Age58.0 years

About Failford

Failford is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 509. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Failford has a population of 509 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,655.1 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

509
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above Australia avg
4,655.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Failford vs Australia Average

The median household income in Failford is $17,238, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,238 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $332, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Failford vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,238
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,238
Avg Weekly Wage$332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Failford is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 94.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 204 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 13.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.2%
Owner-Occupied94.2%
Renter-Occupied5.8%
Housing Units204

Property Tax

Climate in Failford

Failford has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.2°C), the coldest is Jul (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1166 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.2°C / 74°F 19.7° / 26.7° 109.5
Feb 23.1°C / 74°F 19.6° / 26.6° 128.3
Mar 22°C / 72°F 18.2° / 25.9° 133.7
Apr 19.5°C / 67°F 15.2° / 23.9° 110.0
May 16.8°C / 62°F 12.2° / 21.3° 108.4
Jun 14.5°C / 58°F 10.1° / 18.9° 115.3
Jul 13.6°C / 56°F 8.8° / 18.4° 72.7
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 9.3° / 19.6° 51.7
Sep 16.8°C / 62°F 11.8° / 21.7° 54.6
Oct 18.5°C / 65°F 14.1° / 22.9° 78.2
Nov 20.2°C / 68°F 16.4° / 23.9° 115.9
Dec 22°C / 72°F 18.3° / 25.6° 88.1
Failford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area4,655.1 sq mi (12,056.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-32.0918°N, 152.4460°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.9"
24% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 149 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 147 km
Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 72 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 62 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
July 56°F (14°C) 2.2 in
August 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in

Failford has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 56°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (1.9").

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Museums in Failford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cundletown And Lower Manning Historical Society Mu
Gem and Mineral Museum
Great Lakes Historical Society Museum
National Motorbike Museum
Tinonee Historical Museum
Wingham Museum

Libraries in Failford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Forster Civic Centre0.0
Great Lakes Library0.0
Greater Taree City Library0.0
Hallidays Point Library0.0
Harrington Library0.0
Nabiac Branch Library0.0
Old Bar Community Library0.0
Wingham Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Failford

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Failford

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Port Macquarie AirportPQQMedium Airport
Taree AirportTROMedium Airport
Camden Haven AirportSmall Airport
CooplacurripaSmall Airport
Dexfield ParkSmall Airport
Forster (Wallis Is) AirportFOTSmall Airport
Gloucester AirportSmall Airport
Old Bar Heritage AirportSmall Airport
The Lakes AerodromeSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Failford

What is the population of Failford?

Failford has a population of 509 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,655.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Failford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,238, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 13.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Failford?

Failford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.

How is the job market in Failford?

The job market in Failford faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $332. There are 48 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Failford?

The median home value in Failford is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 94.2%.

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