Browse property in Armidale

Overview

Armidale (2021 census population 23,967) blends a vibrant university atmosphere with a relaxed rural lifestyle. Set on the banks of Dumaresq Creek at 970–1,110 m elevation, the city enjoys four distinct seasons, outdoor cafés along the pedestrian mall, and cultural highlights such as the Autumn Festival and New England Wool Expo. Retail is centred on three major malls, Central, Armidale Plaza and the East Mall, and the historic Beardy Street precinct, while nearby greenspaces like Drummond Park and Wicklow Oval provide easy recreation.

Transport links include the Armidale railway station with daily Sydney services, an airport offering five daily flights to Sydney and connections to Brisbane, and regular coach routes to Tenterfield. A network of cycleways links the University of New England, the city centre and eastern suburbs, and local buses operate on six routes. The housing mix ranges from heritage homes in the grid‑planned centre to student‑focused rentals near the university and newer residences near parks and schools such as Presbyterian Ladies’ College and Ben Venue Public School.

Region type mix: Regional 100%.