Culcairn

NSW 2660 • Rest of NSW

1,483
Population (2021)
$32,396
Median Income
321.63 km²
Area
210m
Elevation

About Culcairn

Culcairn is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Greater Hume Shire (Area) area. With a population of 1,483 and a median income of $32,396, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 321.63 km² at an elevation of 210m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 210m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Culcairn offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Culcairn falls under postcode 2660 and is governed by Greater Hume Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2660
Urban Area
Upper Murray
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.69°, 147.00°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
321.63 km²
Elevation
210m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Main Southern railway, Culcairn • SHR #01126

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,473
Census 2021
1,483
0.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,496
Income 2021
$32,396
13.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,243
Born Overseas 135

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 28
  • 2. New Zealand 25
  • 3. India 12
  • 4. Fiji 9
  • 5. Netherlands 8
  • 6. Croatia 5
  • 7. Germany 5
  • 8. Ireland 5
  • 9. Philippines 5
  • 10. South Africa 5
  • 11. Chile 4
  • 12. United States 4
  • 13. Vietnam 4
  • 14. Wales 4
  • 15. Cambodia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 677
English 566
Scottish 190
Irish 143
German 138
Australian Aboriginal 71
Dutch 17
Italian 13
Polish 11
Indian 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,075
Both parents born in Australia
177
Both parents born overseas
124
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
60.0%
No Religion
31.0%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
78 (5.3%)
5-14 years
234 (15.8%)
15-19 years
109 (7.3%)
20-24 years
60 (4.0%)
25-34 years
101 (6.8%)
35-44 years
175 (11.8%)
45-54 years
161 (10.9%)
55-64 years
175 (11.8%)
65-74 years
219 (14.8%)
75-84 years
130 (8.8%)
85+ years
30 (2.0%)

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