Gunnedah
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Gunnedah, NSW 2380.
About Gunnedah
Welcome to Gunnedah
Gunnedah sits on the Namoi River in the North West Slopes region of New South Wales, roughly 450 kilometres north-west of Sydney and about two and a half hours from Tamworth. Known as the "Koala Capital of the World" and the birthplace of poet Dorothea Mackellar, it's a proper working country town, built on the agriculture, mining and energy industries that surround it, with the Liverpool Plains stretching out to the south and west.
With a population of around 10,359 and a median age of 37, Gunnedah has the feel of a town that still functions as a genuine service centre rather than a satellite of anywhere bigger. It suits families after space and affordability, farmers and agribusiness workers, and anyone drawn to a slower pace with a real main street at its centre.
Lifestyle & dining
Conadilly Street is the heart of town, lined with cafes, pubs and independent retailers that give Gunnedah a lived-in, unpretentious character. Life here revolves around the rhythms of the land — saleyards, harvest, and the agricultural shows that draw people in from surrounding districts — but there's also a strong community calendar, from the Ag Quip field days nearby to local sporting fixtures that seem to involve half the town on any given weekend.
Parks & recreation
The Namoi River and its parklands are the town's natural playground, with walking tracks, picnic spots and the Porcupine Lookout offering sweeping views over the Liverpool Plains — a good vantage point for spotting the wild koala population Gunnedah is famous for. The Gunnedah Rural Museum and various sporting ovals and courts round out a town that, despite its size, has invested well in outdoor and community facilities.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with Gunnedah Public School, Gunnedah South Public School, St Xavier's Primary School and G S Kidd Memorial School covering primary years, Carinya Christian School Gunnedah offering a K-12 option, and Gunnedah High School providing secondary schooling in town. Having this full spread of options within the town itself is a genuine drawcard for families who might otherwise need to travel long distances for schooling in more remote parts of the region.
Getting around
Gunnedah is a genuine road hub, sitting at the junction of the Oxley and Kamilaroi Highways, which makes it well connected to Tamworth, Narrabri and Coonabarabran. A rail line and station in town still carry both passenger and freight services, while Gunnedah Airport offers regional flight connections. Locally, most day-to-day life happens within easy driving distance, with the compact town centre easy to navigate on foot.
The property market
Gunnedah's property market has been on a strong run, with the median house price sitting at $500,000 after growth of 20.5% recently — a sizeable jump that reflects growing demand for affordable regional property. Median rent is $520 a week, giving landlords a solid yield relative to the purchase price, which continues to draw investor interest alongside owner-occupiers.
Housing & architecture
Houses dominate the current listings, making up 79% of what's on the market, with land sales accounting for 11%, apartments and units 7%, and townhouses a smaller 3% slice. This mix points to a town still oriented around traditional standalone homes and house-and-land opportunities rather than higher-density living, typical of the classic country-town streetscapes found throughout Gunnedah's older and newer residential pockets alike.
Market snapshot
Gunnedah property market
Median sale price
$500k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$520
per week
Gross rental yield
5.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$330k
Median
$500k
Premium
$680k
Days on market
42
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
101
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +10.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Gunnedah by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Gunnedah, NSW 2380.
Population
10,359
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$1,564
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,517
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Gunnedah
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Gunnedah
$440k
66 High Street
Sold ~July 2026
$385k
26A George Street
Sold ~July 2026
$575k
117 View Street
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
162 George Street
Sold ~July 2026
$415k
89 Edward Street
Sold ~July 2026
$365k
122 Wandobah Rd
Sold ~July 2026
$980k
26-28 Daniel Keane Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$410k
6 Rodney Street
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Gunnedah
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Price map around Gunnedah
Every listing for sale near Gunnedah, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
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Common questions
Gunnedah suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Gunnedah?
The median house price in Gunnedah, NSW is $500k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 20.5%.
How much is rent in Gunnedah?
The median weekly rent in Gunnedah is around $520 per week.
Is Gunnedah a good place to live?
Gunnedah is a town in north-central New South Wales, Australia, and is the seat of the Gunnedah Shire local government area. Gunnedah is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 10,359 and 7 schools in the area.
What is the population of Gunnedah?
Gunnedah has a population of 10,359 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Gunnedah?
There are 7 schools in or near Gunnedah, including Carinya Christian School Gunnedah, G S Kidd Memorial School and Gunnedah Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Gunnedah?
Properties in Gunnedah take around 42 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Gunnedah?
Entry-level properties in Gunnedah start around $330k, while premium homes reach $680k.
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