Inverell
Inverell scores well on sustainability (84/100) but only 37/100 on lifestyle & amenity — a gap worth watching.
"Sapphire city — gemstone fossicking and New England country living"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 17,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
60 out of 100
#17 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#28 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 84/100 |
| Community Services | 45/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 37/100 |
| Core Operations | 73/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Inverell performs strongest in financial sustainability (better than 84% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle and amenity investment (currently at the 37th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Sapphire city — gemstone fossicking and New England country living
Inverell is known as the 'Sapphire City' for the gemstones found in surrounding creeks. It's a solid New England service town.
Known For
- Sapphire and gemstone fossicking
- Heritage town centre
- New England farming country
- Inverell Pioneer Village museum
Living Here
Inverell offers affordable country living with gem fossicking as a unique bonus. Basic services are solid.
Hidden Gem
The sapphire fossicking areas around Inverell — you can genuinely find sapphires in the creeks.