Murwillumbah Surrounds, NSW 2721
A small-town pace, well outside New South Wales's capital and all the better for it.
- Small-town feel
- $350/wk Median
- 15.4% Renters
Murwillumbah Surrounds Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.4k
- Median age
- 48
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 640km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Murwillumbah Surrounds Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Murwillumbah Surrounds is a regional New South Wales community of 10,352 residents, with 15.4% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $350 — noticeably kinder to the budget than New South Wales's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Murwillumbah Surrounds
Murwillumbah Surrounds Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Murwillumbah Surrounds Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Murwillumbah Surrounds
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Murwillumbah Surrounds
Real questions renters ask before moving to Murwillumbah Surrounds.
What's the community like in Murwillumbah Surrounds?
Locals describe Murwillumbah Surrounds as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 10,352, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Murwillumbah Surrounds?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Murwillumbah Surrounds is $350. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $350 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Murwillumbah Surrounds from New South Wales's capital?
Murwillumbah Surrounds is approximately 640km from New South Wales's capital city. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 650-665 minutes.
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