Chinderah
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Chinderah, NSW 2487.
About Chinderah
Welcome to Chinderah
Chinderah sits where the Tweed River widens toward the sea, on the New South Wales far north coast just south of the Queensland border. It's a small riverside village on the highway route between the Tweed and the Gold Coast, close to Fingal Head, Cudgen and Terranora, with the larger centres of Banora Point and Tweed Heads South a short drive away.
This is a quiet, close-knit community rather than a bustling tourist strip, and its population figures bear that out — with median age sitting well above the national average, Chinderah has long appealed to retirees and downsizers drawn to the river outlook and unhurried pace, alongside a smaller number of families and river-lifestyle buyers.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Chinderah revolves around the water. The Tweed River frontage is the drawcard, with boat ramps, fishing spots and river views shaping day-to-day life more than any main street. The village itself is modest, but nearby Tweed Heads South and Banora Point pick up the slack for cafes, pubs and casual dining, while the beaches at Fingal Head and Cudgen are within easy reach for anyone wanting surf and sand rather than river calm.
Shopping
Chinderah isn't a shopping destination in its own right, and locals typically head to the larger retail centres at Banora Point or Tweed Heads South for supermarkets, specialty stores and everyday needs. The Tweed City shopping centre precinct in the wider Tweed Heads South area is the main hub for bigger shopping trips, while the village retains a handful of local conveniences for day-to-day essentials.
Getting around
Chinderah's position right on the Tweed Valley Way and close to the Pacific Motorway makes it a genuinely convenient base, with quick access north to the Gold Coast and south through Banora Point and Terranora toward the rest of the Tweed. Gold Coast Airport is a short drive away, a real drawcard for retirees and part-time residents, and the village's location on the river also makes it popular with boat owners who want direct water access rather than relying on public transport, which is limited locally.
Schools & families
With a median age of 62, Chinderah's population skews well beyond typical school-age demographics, and the suburb doesn't have its own large school campus. Families tend to look to schooling options in Banora Point, Tweed Heads South and the broader Tweed area, with Chinderah itself functioning more as a peaceful residential base than a family-and-school hub.
Housing & architecture
Housing stock in Chinderah is overwhelmingly detached homes, which make up 82% of current listings, reflecting the village's low-rise, riverside character. Land listings account for a further 15%, pointing to ongoing opportunities for buyers wanting to build rather than buy established, while apartments and units make up just 3%, underlining how firmly house-and-land living dominates here compared with the unit-heavy markets closer to the Tweed Heads beachfront.
The property market
Chinderah's small, tightly held population of 1,639 residents helps explain a market where established houses dominate and turnover is relatively contained. The strong majority of listings being houses (82%), against a modest but notable 15% share of land, suggests steady interest from both buyers wanting a finished home on the river and those keen to build in a village setting, while the thin 3% apartment share confirms this remains a house-first market rather than a unit or high-density one.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Chinderah, NSW 2487.
Population
1,639
residents (2021)
Median age
62
years
Household income
$719
median, per week
Median rent
$245
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
63%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Chinderah
$1.30m
1 Chadburn Lane
Sold ~June 2026
$178k
116/25 Chinderah Bay Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$990k
118 Chinderah Bay Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$268k
65/16 Anne Lane
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Chinderah suburb FAQ
How much is rent in Chinderah?
The median weekly rent in Chinderah is around $540 per week.
Is Chinderah a good place to live?
Chinderah is a town in the Tweed Shire. Chinderah is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,639.
What is the population of Chinderah?
Chinderah has a population of 1,639 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 62.
How long do homes take to sell in Chinderah?
Properties in Chinderah take around 107 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
What suburbs are near Chinderah?
Suburbs near Chinderah include Fingal Head, Banora Point, Tweed Heads South, Cudgen and Terranora.
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