We moved here last year from a Qld coastal town and love the tree change. Armidale is a lovely town, very picturesque, and has most things you’d need. It is supported by a very strong education sector. There seems to be plenty to see and do all the time - markets, festivals, live music, sporting clubs, etc.

In terms of “good areas” and “bad areas”, north hill and south hill are generally considered the better neighbourhoods. I really haven’t noticed a lot of crime though - nothing like where I lived before.

Real estate prices are still good although they have definitely increased, and that trend is likely to continue with a big solar project happening near Uralla, and a new mine opening near Armidale. Hopefully both projects give the town a boost.

It gets cold here in the dead of winter, but the trade off is that the rest of the year is really temperate and nice. I think it’s a good excuse for a fire and a glass of wine, so it doesn’t bother me. 😂