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Armidale

NSW 2350 • Rest of NSW

23,967
Population (2021)
$37,960
Median Income
274.60 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
University TownFour SeasonsHeritage CharmCultural Hub

About Armidale

Armidale is the cultural capital of the New England Tablelands, an elevated university city at over 1,000 metres where nearly 24,000 residents experience four genuine seasons including occasional snowfall. Home to the University of New England, it has an intellectual and cultural character rare in regional Australia. The heritage streetscapes and cathedral spires give it an almost European feel.

The Mall and surrounding streets offer quality shopping, while excellent restaurants and cafes serve the university community. Cultural facilities punch well above the city's weight—the regional gallery, performing arts venues, and the famous autumn colours draw visitors annually. Armidale attracts academics, professionals seeking lifestyle change, and families wanting quality education in a genuine community. It's Australia's quintessential university town.

Armidale falls under postcode 2350 and is governed by Armidale Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2350
Urban Area
Armidale
LGA / Council
Armidale Regional
Federal Electorate
New England
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.50°, 151.67°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
274.60 km²
Elevation
1033m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Marsh Street Armidale 2350 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Jessie And Beardy Streets Armidale 2350 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 17 heritage-listed places in or near Armidale, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

C B Newling Centre
122 Mossman Street Armidale • SHR #01769
Roseneath
36 Roseneath Lane, Armidale • SHR #00063
Dumaresq Railway station group
Dumaresq Road, Dumaresq • SHR #01132
Railway Turntable
216 Brown Street, Armidale • SHR #01233
Gara River Hydro-Electric Scheme
10km Southeast Armidale • SHR #00986
Lands Board Office
108 Faulkner Street Armidale • SHR #00963
Armidale Railway Station & Stationmaster's residence
240 Brown Street, Armidale • SHR #01074
Booloominbah
51-61 Trevenna Road Armidale • SHR #01768
Armidale Post Office
158-160 Beardy Street Armidale • SHR #01312
CBA Bank (former)
164-166 Beardy Street Armidale • SHR #00433
Saumarez Homestead
230 Saumarez Road Armidale • SHR #01505
Anglican Cathedral Church of St Peter Apostle and Martyr Precinct
Rusden Street, Armidale • SHR #01924
Armidale Railway Station and yard group movable relics
234 Brown Street, Armidale • SHR #01075
St Mary and St Joseph Catholic Cathedral Group
Rusden Street, Armidale • SHR #01925
Dangarsleigh Road, Dangarsleigh
755 Dangarsleigh Road, Dangarsleigh • SHR #01970
Central Park Armidale
Central Park, Armidale • SHR #02019
Former Armidale Courthouse and Sheriff’s Cottage
Beardy Street, Armidale • SHR #02046

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Armidale by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Armidale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Armidale" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.8%

310 state housing + 197 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
23,352
Census 2021
23,967
▲ 2.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,328
Income 2021
$37,960
▲ 29.4% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 17,731
Born Overseas 3,937

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Iraq 577
  • 2. England 484
  • 3. India 266
  • 4. Nepal 262
  • 5. New Zealand 235
  • 6. Philippines 160
  • 7. China 137
  • 8. United States 135
  • 9. South Africa 104
  • 10. Bangladesh 101

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 8,652
Australian 8,376
Irish 2,923
Scottish 2,732
Australian Aboriginal 1,810
German 1,120
Chinese 402
Dutch 281
Italian 280
Indian 265

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

14,940
Both parents born in Australia
4,506
Both parents born overseas
2,168
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.4%
No Religion
36.8%
Hinduism
1.8%
Islam
1.5%
Buddhism
1.2%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,315 (5.5%)
5-14 years
2,954 (12.3%)
15-19 years
2,028 (8.5%)
20-24 years
2,111 (8.8%)
25-34 years
3,251 (13.6%)
35-44 years
2,626 (11.0%)
45-54 years
2,521 (10.5%)
55-64 years
2,760 (11.5%)
65-74 years
2,253 (9.4%)
75-84 years
1,542 (6.4%)
85+ years
599 (2.5%)

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