Kelvin at a glance

Walk score

0

Very car dependent

Population

182

Median age 43

The brief

What to know about Kelvin.

The postcode for Kelvin is 2380 (NSW).

Kelvin (2380) sits in the Gunnedah region of NSW.

Kelvin has roughly 182 residents, with an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied. Daily life is car-dependent: most residents drive to work, school and the shops.

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Day to day

What it’s like to live here.

Kelvin scores 0/100 on walkability, which makes it car-dependent with limited public transport. Plan for two cars in a typical household, especially if work isn't local.

Schooling within or near the suburb covers 6 government primary, 1 government secondary, 4 Catholic, 1 independent.

Who lives here

Demographics.

The 2021 Census put Kelvin's population at 182, with a median age of 43. That sits as an established, older skew. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (75% own, 9% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (83% family households, 20% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.

Population

182

Median age

43

Family households

83%

Lone person

20%

Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census

Market

The price of a home here.

Median house price

Verified median pending

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Sales data as of May 2026· rental-nsw

Rental and ownership

Weekly rent (house)

$300/wk

Weekly rent (unit)

$220/wk

Owner occupied

75%

Renter occupied

9%

At a deeper level

PopulationSource: ABS Census 2021 · May 2026

182

Median age: 43

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Safety

Crime and safety.

Offence Summary

15

total offences in 2025

Top offence categories

Theft11 (73.3%)
Assault1 (6.7%)
Other offences1 (6.7%)
Disorderly conduct1 (6.7%)
Prohibited and regulated weapons offences1 (6.7%)

Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.

Source: State Police Open Data

Crime data as of January 2025· State Police Open Data

Getting around

Walkability.

Walk Score

0

Transit Score

0

Bike Score

0

Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)

Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap

Place

Location.

Amenities

Transport

Nearby suburbs

Education

Schools in Kelvin.

Local schools for Kelvin

View the catchment for each school to find out more.

Government School Catchment

Gunnedah Public School

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Gunnedah High School

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Carroll Public School

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Frequently asked

About Kelvin.

What is the Kelvin postcode?
Kelvin is in the 2380 postcode, in NSW, in the Gunnedah region.
Where is Kelvin?
Kelvin is a regional suburb in NSW, postcode 2380, in the Gunnedah region.
What is the average rent in Kelvin?
The median weekly rent for houses is $300, for units it's $220.
What schools are in Kelvin?
There are 14 schools serving Kelvin on this page, including St Xavier's Primary School, Gunnedah Public School, St Mary's College.
How walkable is Kelvin?
Kelvin has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, highly car-dependent. transit score 0, bike score 0.
What suburbs are near Kelvin?
Kelvin is close to Rangari, Wean, Keepit, Orange Grove, Blue Vale.
What is the population of Kelvin?
The population of Kelvin is approximately 182 (2021 Census). The median age is 43.

Sources cited

Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →

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