Quirindi
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Quirindi, NSW 2343.
About Quirindi
Welcome to Quirindi
Quirindi sits in the Liverpool Plains region of New South Wales, roughly midway between Tamworth and Scone in the state's north-west, about a three-and-a-half hour drive from Newcastle and inland from the Hunter Valley. It's the kind of town where the wide main street, grain silos on the horizon and surrounding farmland tell you exactly what drives the local economy — agriculture, particularly the rich black soil plains that make this one of the more productive cropping and grazing districts in the state.
With a population of 3,355 and a median age of 46, Quirindi has the settled, community-oriented feel of a well-established country town rather than a growth corridor. It suits people after affordable acreage or a family home with genuine space, those with ties to farming or agribusiness, and anyone keen to swap city commutes and prices for a slower pace without giving up basic services.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Quirindi revolves around its compact main street, local pubs and the rhythms of the farming calendar — saleyards, harvest and the agricultural show all shape the social year. Dining options are the classic country mix of bakeries, takeaways, a Chinese restaurant or two and pub meals, with more variety and bigger-city amenities a short trip away in Tamworth.
It's a town where people tend to know their neighbours, and the pace suits those who want a genuine community feel rather than anonymity. For bigger nights out, cafe culture or specialty shopping, Tamworth is close enough for a regular top-up without Quirindi losing its own identity.
Shopping
Quirindi's George Street and surrounding blocks cover the essentials — supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, hardware and rural suppliers, along with the usual spread of trades and services a farming community relies on. It's practical, everyday shopping rather than a retail destination in its own right.
For larger shopping centres, fashion chains and bulkier goods, residents typically head to Tamworth, which anchors the wider New England and North West region.
Getting around
Quirindi sits just off the New England Highway, giving straightforward road access north to Tamworth and south towards Scone, Muswellbrook and eventually the Hunter Valley and Newcastle. The town is also on the Main North rail line, historically linking it to both the coast and the state's northern network, and it has long served as a service hub for surrounding rural properties.
Local transport is car-dependent, as is typical of country towns, but Quirindi's position on a main highway corridor makes it more accessible than many similarly sized inland communities.
Schools & families
Families are well served by Quirindi Public School and Quirindi High School, both long-standing local institutions that mean children can be schooled locally right through to Year 12 without a daily trip out of town. That continuity, combined with the town's affordability and space, makes it a practical base for families wanting land for kids, animals or a hobby farm.
The median age of 46 points to a community with a solid share of established families and older residents alongside younger households, rather than a suburb skewed heavily to one life stage.
The property market
Quirindi's property market is firmly in affordable, acreage-friendly territory. The median house price sits at $438,000, having climbed 12.2% recently, a solid run for a market of this size and a sign that value-seekers and lifestyle buyers have been paying attention. Median rent is $470 a week, giving investors a reasonably strong yield relative to the purchase price.
Current listings are dominated by houses (68%), with land making up 26%, acreage and rural properties 4%, and apartments or units just 2%. That mix underlines what Quirindi is really about — standalone homes and rural or semi-rural blocks rather than higher-density living — and it gives buyers genuine choice between a classic town house, a vacant block to build on, or something with paddocks attached.
Parks & recreation
Being surrounded by the Liverpool Plains, outdoor life in Quirindi leans towards the practical and the rural — local sporting grounds, the showground that hosts the annual show and rodeo events, and easy access to farmland and open country for those who want space to move. The nearby Warrabah and other Liverpool Range countryside offer bushwalking, fishing and camping for residents keen to venture further afield.
Community sport, particularly rugby league and netball, is a strong local fixture, and the town's facilities reflect its role as a service centre for a broader farming district rather than a leisure destination in itself.
Market snapshot
Quirindi property market
Median sale price
$438k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$470
per week
Gross rental yield
5.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$165k
Median
$438k
Premium
$657k
Days on market
71
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
40
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +12.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Quirindi by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Quirindi, NSW 2343.
Population
3,355
residents (2021)
Median age
46
years
Household income
$1,198
median, per week
Median rent
$250
per week
Median mortgage
$1,127
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Quirindi
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Quirindi
$360k
34 Station Street
Sold ~July 2026
$415k
19 Duke Street
Sold ~July 2026
$725k
24 Snape Street
Sold ~July 2026
$790k
25 Duke Street
Sold ~July 2026
$555k
42 Pryor Street
Sold ~July 2026
$360k
114 Railway Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$730k
27 Stanley Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$565k
23 Pollock 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 Quirindi
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Price map around Quirindi
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Common questions
Quirindi suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Quirindi?
The median house price in Quirindi, NSW is $438k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.2%.
How much is rent in Quirindi?
The median weekly rent in Quirindi is around $470 per week.
Is Quirindi a good place to live?
Quirindi is a small town on the North West Slopes region of New South Wales, Australia, in Liverpool Plains Shire. Quirindi is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 3,355 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Quirindi?
Quirindi has a population of 3,355 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 46.
What schools are in Quirindi?
There are 2 schools in or near Quirindi, including Quirindi Public School and Quirindi High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Quirindi?
Properties in Quirindi take around 71 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Quirindi?
Entry-level properties in Quirindi start around $165k, while premium homes reach $657k.
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