Tamworth Surrounds, NSW 2552
A small-town pace, well outside New South Wales's capital and all the better for it.
- Small-town feel
- $275/wk Median
- 15.9% Renters
Tamworth Surrounds Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 19k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $275
- To the CBD
- 328km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Tamworth Surrounds Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Tamworth Surrounds is a regional New South Wales community of 19,038 residents, with 15.9% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $275 — noticeably kinder to the budget than New South Wales's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Tamworth Surrounds
Tamworth Surrounds Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Tamworth Surrounds Railway Precinct
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Tamworth Surrounds
Listing data is temporarily unavailable for Tamworth Surrounds / We're working on it — in the meantime, set up an alert and we'll notify you as soon as it's back.
Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Tamworth Surrounds
Real questions renters ask before moving to Tamworth Surrounds.
Is Tamworth Surrounds a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Tamworth Surrounds has a 15.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Tamworth Surrounds walkable?
Tamworth Surrounds carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How much does it cost to rent in Tamworth Surrounds?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Tamworth Surrounds is $275. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $275 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Tamworth Surrounds from New South Wales's capital?
Tamworth Surrounds is approximately 328km from New South Wales's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Not sure Tamworth Surrounds is right for you?
Take the 2-minute quiz and we'll match you to your top three Regional NSW suburbs — by lifestyle, budget and commute.
Take the quiz →