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Gelston Park

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

160
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
30.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly

About Gelston Park

Gelston Park is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Wagga Wagga within postcode 2650. Covering around 30 square kilometres of undulating pastoral land, the locality had a population of 160 people in the 2021 Census. The area falls under the Wagga Wagga state electorate and is within the broader Riverina federal electorate, reflecting its agricultural heartland character.

Residents of Gelston Park enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle with the full range of city amenities accessible in nearby Wagga Wagga — the largest inland city in New South Wales. The region supports a strong farming community, and the locality appeals to those seeking rural land close to a major service centre. Wagga Wagga provides hospitals, universities, schools, retail centres, and rail connections, making Gelston Park a practical choice for those who want country living without full isolation.

Gelston Park falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.05 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
15 km
N/A - drive

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
460 km
By Train
Drive to Wagga Wagga Station, then NSW TrainLink intercity train to Central Station ~5h 30min
By Car (Peak)
5h - 5h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4h 45min - 5h

🛣️ Car essential locally; Hume Highway (A31) provides the main road connection to Sydney and Melbourne

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; car required for all daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Gelston Park by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Gelston Park Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
160
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gelston Park NSW? +

Gelston Park is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, approximately 15 km south-east of Wagga Wagga city centre, within postcode 2650.

What is the population of Gelston Park? +

Gelston Park had a population of 160 people according to the 2021 Australian Census.

What schools and services are available near Gelston Park? +

Gelston Park residents access schools, hospitals, and retail services in nearby Wagga Wagga, which is approximately 15 km away and offers a full range of city amenities including Charles Sturt University and Wagga Wagga Base Hospital.