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Albury

NSW 2640 • Rest of NSW

4,955
Population (2021)
$48,360
Median Income
5.68 km²
Area
166m
Elevation
Regional CityAffordableRiver TownFamily-FriendlyGrowth Suburb

About Albury

Albury is a major regional city on the Murray River in southern New South Wales, situated 554 kilometres from Sydney and 326 kilometres from Melbourne on the Hume Highway. With an urban population of approximately 53,677 (2021 Census), it forms the NSW half of the Albury-Wodonga twin-city region, which together has nearly 98,000 residents. Originally a Wiradjuri Nation territory known as Bungambrawatha, Albury was established in 1839 and proclaimed a city in 1946. The city is a major transport and commercial hub serving the broader Murray region, with a diverse economy spanning health, education, manufacturing, and agriculture.

Albury offers an attractive lifestyle balancing city amenities with regional charm. Dean Street, the main commercial thoroughfare, features boutique shops, galleries, and dining options, while the Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA) is a cultural highlight. Residents enjoy extensive parklands along the Murray River, including Noreuil Park and the Wonga Wetlands. Lake Hume, just 10 kilometres east, provides water sports and recreation. With affordable housing compared to capital cities, a modern airport, and strong schools and healthcare, Albury attracts families, retirees, and professionals seeking a tree-change lifestyle.

Albury falls under postcode 2640 and is governed by Albury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2640
Urban Area
Albury - West
LGA
Albury
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Albury
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.07°, 146.92°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
5.68 km²
Elevation
166m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albury
0.3 km
4 min
Wodonga
8 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Martins Albury 990-999 — Albury CBD to Lavington, Thurgoona, West Albury 15-30 min
  • Dyson's Route 1/2 — Albury to Wodonga via Lincoln Causeway 20 min
  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Albury to Canberra 4 hrs

Commute to Sydney (regional centre: Albury CBD)

Distance
554 km
By Train
6.5 hrs to Sydney; 3.5 hrs to Melbourne via XPT/V-Line
By Bus
7-8 hrs to Sydney; 4 hrs to Canberra via coach
By Car (Peak)
6 hrs to Sydney; 3.5 hrs to Melbourne
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5 hrs to Sydney; 3 hrs to Melbourne

🛣️ Albury Station has Australia's longest railway platform. Daily XPT services to Sydney and Melbourne. Albury Airport offers flights to Sydney and Melbourne. Local buses serve the Albury-Wodonga urban area.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The CBD area around Dean Street is very walkable with shops and amenities concentrated centrally. Outer residential areas are more car-dependent. Good cycling infrastructure along the Murray River.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    West End Plaza Shopping Centre Cnr Townsend Street & Smollet Street Albury 2640 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Swift And David Street Albury 2640 NSW
  • Harris Farm Markets
    614 Young, Albury NSW 2640

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 12 heritage-listed places in or near Albury, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Elm Court
435 Townsend Street Albury • SHR #00140
Albury Post Office
570 Dean Street Albury • SHR #01311
Carriageway, The
506-508 Smollet Street Albury • SHR #00040
Bethanga Bridge
Riverina Highway, Albury • SHR #01750
Reids Butcher shop & dwelling
462 Guinea Street Albury • SHR #00537
Commercial Hotel & Cottage
430-436 Smollett Street Albury • SHR #00538
Albury rail bridge over Murray River
Main Southern railway, 648.465km, Albury • SHR #01020
New Albury Hotel
491 Kiewa Street Albury • SHR #00629
Albury Technical College
502 Dean Street Albury • SHR #00137
Model Store
582 David Street Albury • SHR #00359
Bonegilla House
587 Kiewa Street Albury • SHR #00617
Albury Railway Station and yard group
Railway Place Albury • SHR #01073

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$270
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,804
Census 2021
4,955
▲ 3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,872
Income 2021
$48,360
▲ 18.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,058
Born Overseas 670

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 133
  • 2. India 89
  • 3. New Zealand 57
  • 4. Germany 32
  • 5. China 26
  • 6. Nepal 18
  • 7. Philippines 18
  • 8. Thailand 18
  • 9. Netherlands 15
  • 10. Greece 14
  • 11. United States 14
  • 12. South Africa 13
  • 13. Scotland 12
  • 14. Sri Lanka 12
  • 15. Canada 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,125
Australian 1,675
Irish 855
Scottish 696
German 390
Italian 134
Australian Aboriginal 95
Dutch 90
Greek 70
Indian 69

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,394
Both parents born in Australia
818
Both parents born overseas
519
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.8%
No Religion
40.7%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
1.1%
Sikhism
1.1%
Islam
0.4%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
226 (4.6%)
5-14 years
496 (10.0%)
15-19 years
288 (5.8%)
20-24 years
266 (5.4%)
25-34 years
564 (11.4%)
35-44 years
575 (11.6%)
45-54 years
678 (13.7%)
55-64 years
644 (13.0%)
65-74 years
698 (14.1%)
75-84 years
370 (7.5%)
85+ years
145 (2.9%)

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