ARMIDALE
ARMIDALE Property Overview
Local Schools (6)
Independent (4)
Partially Selective (1)
Armidale Secondary College
DetailsCatholic (1)
O'Connor Catholic College
DetailsNeighbouring Suburbs
No neighbouring suburb data available
About ARMIDALE
Armidale is located in Regional NSW. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 23,967 with a density of 87 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $545,000, below Sydney average; unit median $400,000, below Sydney average.
Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, selective school Armidale Secondary College has 5; Catholic school O'Connor Catholic College has 3; independent school The Armidale School has 42.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 14036 per 100,000, 2.12x the NSW average, higher crime rate, caution advised.
Demographics: English comprises 36.10%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (34.95%) and Irish (12.20%).
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Armidale has a house median of $545,000 and unit median of $400,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Armidale has a crime rate of 14036 per 100,000, which is 2.12x the NSW average (6635). Above NSW average, on-site investigation recommended.
Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Partially Selective schools: Armidale Secondary College, 2024 HSC results: 5 Distinguished Achievers. Catholic schools: O'Connor Catholic College, 2024 HSC results: 3 Distinguished Achievers. Independent schools: PLC Armidale, 2024 HSC results: 34 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 62.8.
According to ABS 2021 Census, Armidale has a population of 23,967, with Chinese comprising 1.70%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (36.10%), Aust (34.95%), Irish (12.20%), Scottish (11.40%), Aust_Abor (7.55%).
Armidale is approximately 483.1km from Sydney CBD, about 347 minutes by car or 477 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.