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Townsend, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Townsend is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 869. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
869 Population 0/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
30.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,435 Median Income
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$19,435 median income, 3.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $1,028/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population869
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,435
Per Capita$19,435
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$205,600
Rent$1,028
Ownership72.1%
Housing Units348

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population869
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-29.4662°, 153.2207°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.6 inches (777 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,435
Median Age42.0 years

About Townsend

Townsend is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 869. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Townsend has a population of 869 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,727.2 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

869
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
4,727.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Townsend vs Australia Average

The median household income in Townsend is $19,435, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,435 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $374, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 83 business establishments.

Income: Townsend vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,435
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,435
Avg Weekly Wage$374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)83

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Townsend is $205,600, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 72.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 348 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.1%
Owner-Occupied72.1%
Renter-Occupied27.9%
Housing Units348

Property Tax

Climate in Townsend

Townsend has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.1°C), the coldest is Jul (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 1402 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.1°C / 75°F 20.8° / 27.4° 135.3
Feb 24°C / 75°F 20.8° / 27.2° 153.3
Mar 23°C / 73°F 19.5° / 26.4° 202.5
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.5° 138.7
May 17.9°C / 64°F 13.6° / 22.2° 139.6
Jun 15.8°C / 60°F 11.4° / 20.1° 155.9
Jul 15°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.8° 78.4
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 10.8° / 20.9° 70.6
Sep 18.2°C / 65°F 13.6° / 22.8° 39.2
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 15.8° / 23.9° 76.2
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 17.8° / 25.1° 103.3
Dec 22.9°C / 73°F 19.5° / 26.3° 108.8
Townsend enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 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 30.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above Australia avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area4,727.2 sq mi (12,243.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-29.4662°N, 153.2207°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.6"
20% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.61"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
February 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in Warmest
March 73°F (23°C) 7.3 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in

Townsend has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.3") and August the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Townsend

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
TLC FM The Lower Clarence Valley Yamba NSW Australia community radio, nsw AAC 96 kbps

Museums in Townsend

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lawrence Museum
Maclean Stone Cottage & Bicentennial Museum
Squatters Rest Private Museum Image Squatters Rest
The Shed Gallery
Yamba Museum

Libraries in Townsend

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Iluka Library0.0
Maclean Library0.0
Yamba Library0.0

Gas Stations in Townsend

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3501011373
Liberty

Airports Near Townsend

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ballina Byron Gateway AirportBNKMedium Airport
Clarence Valley Regional AirportGFNMedium Airport
Lismore AirportLSYMedium Airport
Baryulgil AirstripSmall Airport
Casino AirportCSISmall Airport
Evans Head AerodromeEVHSmall Airport
Palmers Island/Yamba AirportSmall Airport
South Grafton AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Townsend

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lower Clarence Baptist Church

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 Townsend

What is the population of Townsend?

Townsend has a population of 869 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,727.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Townsend expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,435, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,600 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Townsend?

Townsend enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.

How is the job market in Townsend?

Townsend has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $374. There are 83 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Townsend?

The median home value in Townsend is $205,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,028. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.

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