Cundletown
Cundletown's most distinctive feature is its older, detached-home profile: 2,050 residents have a median age of 46, which is 6 years above the national comparison, while 95.2% of occupied dwellings are separate houses. Ownership is substantial at 43.4% outright and 34.4% with a mortgage, helping explain the 80.5% of residents who stayed at the same address. Compared with nearby Taree, the suburb presents a smaller-scale, more car-oriented setting, with 84.5% driving to work. The trade-off is a narrower service base, although healthcare accounts for 27.2% of jobs and Cundletown Public School provides a local primary option.
Local council: Mid-Coast
Population
2,050
Median Age
46.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,305/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
18
For buyers, Cundletown is primarily a detached-house market, with 95.2% separate houses and only 0.4% apartments. The common format is practical family stock: 51.1% of dwellings have 3 bedrooms and 36.4% have 4 or more. The listed monthly mortgage figure is $1,387, while mortgage costs equal 24.5% of household income and weekly rent is $350. Compared with apartment-heavy locations, this suits buyers seeking land and space because the housing mix is overwhelmingly low density. Recent comparable sales should be checked carefully, particularly where older homes differ in condition and block size.
For Buyers
For buyers, Cundletown is primarily a detached-house market, with 95.2% separate houses and only 0.4% apartments. The common format is practical family stock: 51.1% of dwellings have 3 bedrooms and 36.4% have 4 or more. The listed monthly mortgage figure is $1,387, while mortgage costs equal 24.5% of household income and weekly rent is $350. Compared with apartment-heavy locations, this suits buyers seeking land and space because the housing mix is overwhelmingly low density. Recent comparable sales should be checked carefully, particularly where older homes differ in condition and block size.
For Investors
Investor appeal rests on a modest rental segment rather than a high-density pipeline. Renting accounts for 21.3% of households, the weekly rent is $350 and vacancy is 5.5%, so tenant demand should be tested against actual property type and local leasing times. There were 15 development applications in the past 12 months, including a multi-dwelling housing proposal and commercial alterations, but that volume is lower than a major growth corridor and does not guarantee new supply. Compared with apartment markets, the 95.2% separate-house share points to a maintenance and land component in returns. Assess insurance, repairs and achievable rent before relying on yield.
Development Activity
Total DAs
122
Last 12 Months
18
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
0.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Cundletown
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Demographics
Cundletown has an older age profile, with a median age of 46, 6 years higher than the national comparison. University attainment is 14.6%, or 15.5 percentage points below the national figure, and only 6.1% of residents were born overseas, also 15.5 points below national. English ancestry leads at 875 people, followed by Irish at 244 and Scottish at 179. Christianity is recorded for 1,079 residents, while 773 report no religion. Average household size is 2.5, matching the national comparison, because the area combines couples without children at 41.7% with couples with children at 37.3%.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
95.2%
Houses
1.7%
Townhouse
0.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is unusually detached and owner-oriented: 95.2% of dwellings are separate houses, 43.4% are owned outright and 34.4% are mortgaged. Renting is 21.3%, while 0.8% sits in other tenure categories. Three-bedroom homes make up 51.1% and 4-plus-bedroom homes 36.4%, so established family houses are more relevant than apartment supply. Mortgage costs equal 24.5% of household income and rent equals 26.8%, placing both measures in the mid-20s. Compared with apartment-heavy suburbs, Cundletown has lower-density stock and more owner occupation because its housing base is built around detached dwellings. Vacancy is 5.5%, a useful indicator to watch.
Mortgage / mo
$1,387
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $350.
$520
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $585 · units $418
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$640
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.5%
Unoccupied
43
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.5%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
37.3%
Couples with children
41.7%
Couples, no children
19.7%
Single parent
542
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the economic anchor, representing 27.2% of employment and 142 workers, followed by education at 12.8% and 67, construction at 11.7% and 61, retail at 8.0% and 42, and other services at 6.1% and 32. Occupations reinforce this mix, led by community and personal services at 154, trades at 119 and professionals at 117. Unemployment is 5.1%, participation is 51.7% and full-time employment is 58.2%. Household income sits at the 31.1st percentile, lower than the national midpoint, because the labour market is anchored more in local service and trade roles than high-income professional sectors.
Unemployment
5.1%
Labour Force
865
Unemployed
44
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
58.2%
Part-time
36.5%
Participation
51.7%
Employed
821
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
14.6%
Postgraduate
2.2%
Born Overseas
6.1%
Dwellings
725
Transport to Work
Daily life is practical and car dependent. A high 84.5% of workers drove, compared with 2.1% who walked or cycled, while 8.5% worked from home, so access to a reliable vehicle matters more than frequent local transit. Cundletown Public School is the 1 listed school, a government primary option; families should confirm enrolment zones against the exact address because boundaries can cross suburb edges. Community connection is supported by a 14.7% volunteering rate, while 10.1% of residents need assistance. Compared with larger centres, the setting is quieter and less service dense, so shopping, secondary schooling and specialist care may require travel. Check current local safety information before deciding.
Drive
84.5%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
2.1%
Work from Home
8.5%
Growth Outlook
Cundletown's near-term growth appears incremental rather than explosive. The suburb has 2,050 residents, 15 development applications over 12 months and a 19.5% turnover rate, while 80.5% stayed at the same address. Compared with higher-turnover growth corridors, that staying rate points to a settled base, so new housing and service demand are likely to build gradually. The pipeline includes multi-dwelling housing and commercial alterations, which may broaden the local offer if approved and completed. An older median age of 46 may also shape demand toward accessible homes and health services, because the resident base is 6 years older than the national comparison. Track approvals, delivery and regional forecasts before assuming faster expansion.
Population trend: Mid-Coast council area
Cundletown sits in the Mid-Coast council area. These are the council area's residents, not Cundletown's.
Residents 2025
99,448
Growth, 5 yr average
+0.8%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.7%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Cundletown compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cundletown a good suburb to live in?
It can suit households seeking detached housing and a settled pace. The median age is 46, 95.2% of dwellings are separate houses and 84.5% of workers drive, so car access matters. One government primary school is listed locally, while broader shopping, secondary schooling and health services may require travel.
What is the median house price in Cundletown?
A current median house price is not stated. Cundletown is 95.2% separate houses, with 51.1% of homes containing 3 bedrooms and 36.4% containing 4 or more. Buyers should compare recent sales by street, block size and condition rather than apply a single suburb-wide figure.
What schools are in Cundletown?
Cundletown Public School is the 1 listed school in the suburb and is a government primary school. Families should confirm the enrolment zone for the exact address and check the availability of secondary options in surrounding centres. School access can vary by year level, transport and catchment boundaries.
Is Cundletown safe?
A suburb-specific crime rate should be checked through current NSW Police and council information before deciding. Cundletown has 2,050 residents and a 14.7% volunteering rate, but those figures do not replace street-level checks. Visit at different times, review lighting and traffic, and compare the immediate pocket with nearby streets.
Is Cundletown good for property investment?
It may suit investors targeting detached rental homes, but the numbers call for careful due diligence. Renting is 21.3%, weekly rent is $350 and vacancy is 5.5%; 15 development applications were recorded over 12 months. Compare achievable rent, insurance, repairs and recent sales with nearby Taree before relying on gross yield.
How is Cundletown's population changing?
Cundletown has 2,050 residents and a median age of 46. Residential stability is high, with 80.5% staying at the same address and 19.5% turnover. The older profile is 6 years above the national comparison, so population change is likely to be shaped by ageing, household replacement and local housing supply. Monitor approvals and regional forecasts for the direction of future growth.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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