NSW · 2340

South Tamworth

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for South Tamworth, NSW 2340.

South Tamworth, NSW 2340

About South Tamworth

Welcome to South Tamworth

South Tamworth is a suburb of Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia and is situated south from the cities central business district. It is a largely residential suburb and is a mixture of both new housing estates and well established estates. Southgate Shopping Centre, Robert Street Shopping Centre, Chaffey Park and Hyman Park are all located in South Tamworth.

Market snapshot

South Tamworth property market

Median price ranks #3,333 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 12%
Bedrooms

Median sale price

$530k

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$475

per week

Gross rental yield

4.7%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$347k

Median

$530k

Premium

$645k

Days on market

22

Auction clearance

82%

Sold this year

114

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth +12.7% / yr over 4 yrs

Median price by bedrooms · House

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for South Tamworth, NSW 2340.

Population

6,621

residents (2021)

Median age

37

years

Household income

$1,029

median, per week

Median rent

$260

per week

Median mortgage

$1,170

per month

Mortgage / income

26%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in South Tamworth

Government school catchment

Bullimbal School

UCoEdGovernment
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Tamworth High School

7-12CoEdGovernment
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Independent & Catholic schools

St Edward's Primary School

K-6CoEdCatholic
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St Edward's Primary School, Robert Street campus

Catholic

Recent results

Recently sold in South Tamworth

$380k

108 Susanne Street

house3 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~June 2026

$595k

31 Holland Street

house3 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

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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Properties & amenities in South Tamworth

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Price map around South Tamworth

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Common questions

South Tamworth suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in South Tamworth?

The median house price in South Tamworth, NSW is $530k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 23.3%.

How much is rent in South Tamworth?

The median weekly rent in South Tamworth is around $475 per week.

Is South Tamworth a good place to live?

South Tamworth is a suburb of Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia and is situated south from the cities central business district. South Tamworth is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 6,621 and 4 schools in the area.

What is the population of South Tamworth?

South Tamworth has a population of 6,621 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.

What schools are in South Tamworth?

There are 4 schools in or near South Tamworth, including Bullimbal School, St Edward's Primary School and St Edward's Primary School, Robert Street campus.

How long do homes take to sell in South Tamworth?

Properties in South Tamworth take around 22 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 82%.

How much do you need to buy in South Tamworth?

Entry-level properties in South Tamworth start around $347k, while premium homes reach $645k.

What suburbs are near South Tamworth?

Suburbs near South Tamworth include Hillvue, West Tamworth, Tamworth, East Tamworth and Calala.