Aberglasslyn

NSW 2320 • Rest of NSW

6,552
Population (2021)
$45,812
Median Income
6.22 km²
Area
$430/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyNew DevelopmentAffordableCommuter Belt

About Aberglasslyn

Aberglasslyn is a contemporary residential suburb within the City of Maitland local government area in the Hunter Valley, located on the southern fringe of Maitland approximately 160 kilometres north of Sydney. With a population of 6,552 and a median age of 32, the suburb has grown rapidly as part of Maitland's southward expansion, attracting young families with newer housing estates and accessible price points. Median household incomes of around $2,147 per week reflect strong employment in the broader Hunter region.

Residents enjoy easy access to Maitland CBD for shopping, dining, and services, along with Maitland Hospital and a range of schools serving the area. The New England Highway provides a direct arterial link to Newcastle and the Hunter Expressway, making the suburb well-connected for commuters. Aberglasslyn's family-friendly streetscapes, proximity to open spaces, and position within one of NSW's most dynamic growth regions make it a popular choice for first home buyers and young families putting down roots in the Hunter Valley.

Aberglasslyn falls under postcode 2320 and is governed by Maitland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maitland electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2320
Urban Area
Maitland
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.69°, 151.53°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6.22 km²
Elevation
23m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Aberglasslyn and McKeachie Drive Aberglasslyn 2320 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Aberglasslyn, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Aberglasslyn Road, Aberglasslyn • SHR #00195

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Aberglasslyn by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Aberglasslyn Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Aberglasslyn" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.1%

14 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,401
Census 2021
6,552
21.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,416
Income 2021
$45,812
16.2% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,706
Born Overseas 668

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 102
  • 2. India 99
  • 3. New Zealand 74
  • 4. South Africa 50
  • 5. Philippines 43
  • 6. Zimbabwe 21
  • 7. Sri Lanka 17
  • 8. China 16
  • 9. Fiji 14
  • 10. United States 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,941
English 2,680
Irish 660
Scottish 651
Australian Aboriginal 494
German 266
Indian 110
Italian 104
Dutch 93
Filipino 63

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,857
Both parents born in Australia
887
Both parents born overseas
608
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.7%
No Religion
37.7%
Hinduism
1.4%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
534 (8.2%)
5-14 years
1,127 (17.2%)
15-19 years
428 (6.5%)
20-24 years
415 (6.3%)
25-34 years
1,034 (15.8%)
35-44 years
1,003 (15.3%)
45-54 years
781 (11.9%)
55-64 years
627 (9.6%)
65-74 years
414 (6.3%)
75-84 years
161 (2.5%)
85+ years
31 (0.5%)

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