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Telegraph Point, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Telegraph Point is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 595. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
595 Population 24/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,984 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$22,984 median income, 3.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population595
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density24/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,984
Per Capita$22,984
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership87.9%
Housing Units238

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population595
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-31.3247°, 152.8005°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (716 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,984
Median Age47.0 years

About Telegraph Point

Telegraph Point is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 595. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Telegraph Point has a population of 595 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 25.0 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

595
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
25.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Telegraph Point vs Australia Average

The median household income in Telegraph Point is $22,984, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,984 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $442, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Telegraph Point vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,984
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,984
Avg Weekly Wage$442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Telegraph Point is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 87.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 238 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.9%
Owner-Occupied87.9%
Renter-Occupied12.1%
Housing Units238

Property Tax

Climate in Telegraph Point

Telegraph Point has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1432 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 18.7° / 28.4° 138.3
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 18.6° / 27.9° 202.7
Mar 21.8°C / 71°F 17.1° / 26.6° 186.6
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.5° 117.8
May 15.9°C / 61°F 10.1° / 21.7° 105.8
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 8.3° / 19.4° 148.3
Jul 12.8°C / 55°F 6.6° / 19.1° 64.3
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 6.8° / 20.5° 63.6
Sep 16°C / 61°F 9.3° / 22.8° 50.5
Oct 18.2°C / 65°F 12.2° / 24.1° 70.4
Nov 20.2°C / 68°F 15.1° / 25.4° 147.9
Dec 22.2°C / 72°F 17.3° / 27.1° 135.7
Telegraph Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area25.0 sq mi (64.8 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates-31.3247°N, 152.8005°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.56"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Apr 19, 2017.

Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 115 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in Warmest
March 71°F (21°C) 7.6 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
August 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in

Telegraph Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 56°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and August the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Telegraph Point

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Telegraph Point Public School
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Radio Stations near Telegraph Point

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Telegraph Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Douglas Vale Historic Homestead & Vineyard
Macleay River Historical Society Museum
Maritime Museum
Mid North Coast Maritime Museum
Port Macquarie Historic Courthouse
Port Macquarie Historical Society Museum
Port Macquarie Surfing Museum

Libraries in Telegraph Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kempsey Library0.0
Port Macquarie Library0.0
Wauchope Library0.0

Cafes in Telegraph Point

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stockyard Cafe

Gas Stations in Telegraph Point

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liberty

Breweries in Telegraph Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Moorebeer Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Telegraph Point

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Telegraph Point

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kempsey AirportKPSMedium Airport
Port Macquarie AirportPQQMedium Airport
Taree AirportTROMedium Airport
Camden Haven AirportSmall Airport
Dexfield ParkSmall Airport
Nambucca Heads AirportNBHSmall Airport
Old Bar Heritage AirportSmall Airport
South West Rocks AirportSmall Airport
The Lakes AerodromeSmall Airport

Post Offices in Telegraph Point

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post - Telegraph Point LPO
Australia Post - Telegraph Point LPO

Treatment Centers in Telegraph Point

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blue Bay Disability
Port Macquarie Disability and Nursing Services

Churches & Religious Organizations in Telegraph Point

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Bernards

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 Telegraph Point

What is the population of Telegraph Point?

Telegraph Point has a population of 595 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 25.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Telegraph Point expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,984, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Telegraph Point?

Telegraph Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches.

How is the job market in Telegraph Point?

Telegraph Point has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $442. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Telegraph Point?

The median home value in Telegraph Point is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 87.9%.

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