Uralla
Uralla is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking =13th of 128 and strongest on core operations.
"New England jewel — Captain Thunderbolt country and heritage village"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 6,096
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
64 out of 100
#7 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#13 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 49/100 |
| Community Services | 65/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 65/100 |
| Core Operations | 77/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Uralla performs strongest in Core Operations (scoring 77 out of 100 against peers). Performance in Sustainability is moderate, scoring 49 out of 100 against peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
New England jewel — Captain Thunderbolt country and heritage village
Uralla is a charming small town between Armidale and Tamworth with bushranger heritage.
Known For
- Captain Thunderbolt bushranger heritage
- Heritage village main street
- McCrossin's Mill Museum
- Cool-climate wool country
Living Here
Uralla has real village charm at very affordable prices. Armidale provides services.
Hidden Gem
McCrossin's Mill Museum — one of regional NSW's best small museums, in a heritage flour mill.