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Thornton, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Thornton is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 7,879. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Thornton
Thornton is a suburb in the City of Maitland, New South Wales, Australia. It is bisected by the New England Highway.
People
Economy
BHousing
CClimate
| Population | 7,879 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.7833°, 151.6333° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (805 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $29,981 |
| Median Age | 32.0 years |
About Thornton
Thornton is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 7,879. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Thornton vs Australia Average
Income: Thornton vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $29,981 |
| 60% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,981 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $577 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 749 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,400 |
| 20% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,127 |
| 3% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.7% |
| Housing Units | 3,152 |
Property Tax
Climate in Thornton
Thornton has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1097 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 602.4 sq mi (1,560.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.7833°N, 151.6333°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in |
Thornton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in June to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (1.5").
Schools in Thornton
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Aspect Hunter School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Thornton
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB 873 Sydney | news, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 2NURFM | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2BOB Radio 104.7FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Thornton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarence Town and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Court House Museum | ||||
| Fighter World | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley Museum | ||||
| Luskintyre Aviation Museum | ||||
| Maitland Regional Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Monarch Historical Museum | ||||
| Morpeth Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Police Station Museum | ||||
| Paterson Rail Motor Society | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| Sketchley Pioneer Cottage | ||||
| Tomago House | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital |
Libraries in Thornton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchmuty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beresfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charlestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Maitland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kurri Kurri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maitland City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raymond Terrace Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Speers Point Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stockton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Student Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Sugar Valley Library Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toronto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windale Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Thornton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Restaurants in Thornton
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Thornton
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Thornton
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Thornton
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Thornton
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Thornton
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Thornton
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Thornton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Thornton
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | Small Airport |
| Dochra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dr Fox Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Elderslie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gloucester Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Macquarie Airport | BEO | Small Airport |
| Luskintyre Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | MTL | Small Airport |
| Mangrove Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Singleton Airport | SIX | Small Airport |
| Singleton Military Area airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Somersby Airstrip | GOS | Small Airport |
| Warkworth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Thornton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Thornton Shopping Centre Post & News |
Treatment Centers in Thornton
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Clinic | ||
| CSCAN Radiology | ||
| Hunter Imaging | ||
| ihear | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Marie Stopes Newcastle | ||
| Mayfield Podiatry | ||
| Newcastle Muscle Therapy | ||
| Small Talk Speech Therapy | ||
| Stevensons Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Vamp |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Thornton?
Thornton has a population of 7,879 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Thornton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $29,981, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Thornton?
Thornton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.
How is the job market in Thornton?
Thornton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $577. There are 749 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Thornton?
The median home value in Thornton is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 65.3%.