Rutherford (South) - Telarah, NSW 2126
A slower pace than Hunter Valley, with space and community to match.
- Small-town feel
- $330/wk Median
- 33.4% Renters
Rutherford (South) - Telarah Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $330
- To the CBD
- 7.5km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Rutherford (South) - Telarah Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
For renters after room to move without leaving the Hunter Valley region altogether, Rutherford (South) - Telarah is a regular first stop. It's a close-knit community of 7,976, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Rutherford (South) - Telarah
Rutherford (South) - Telarah Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Rutherford (South) - Telarah Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Rutherford (South) - Telarah
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Rutherford (South) - Telarah
Real questions renters ask before moving to Rutherford (South) - Telarah.
Is Rutherford (South) - Telarah a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Rutherford (South) - Telarah has a 33.4% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How far is Rutherford (South) - Telarah from the Hunter Valley CBD?
Rutherford (South) - Telarah is approximately 18km from the Hunter Valley CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 28-43 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in Rutherford (South) - Telarah?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Rutherford (South) - Telarah is $330. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $330 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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