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Glenroy (Snowy Valleys - NSW)

NSW 2640 • New South Wales

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
96.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietAgricultural

About Glenroy (Snowy Valleys - NSW)

Glenroy is a small rural locality within the Snowy Valleys Council area of New South Wales, sharing the 2640 postcode with Albury and surrounding districts on the South West Slopes region. With a population of just 85 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the locality covers approximately 97 square kilometres of undulating farming and grazing land. The area sits broadly within the upper Murray catchment, not far from the Murray River corridor and the Victoria border, and is characterised by quiet rural properties and open pastoral country.

The locality is positioned in the general vicinity of Jingellic and the broader Snowy Valleys region, which is known for its scenic river valleys, grazing properties, and proximity to the Snowy Mountains. Residents rely on nearby towns such as Albury or Tumbarumba for shopping, services, and medical facilities, as Glenroy itself has no township infrastructure. The South West Slopes landscape offers a peaceful setting for those on rural properties, with the wider region appreciated for its farming heritage, clear waterways, and access to the Snowy Mountains.

Glenroy (Snowy Valleys - NSW) falls under postcode 2640 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2640
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Albury
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.02°, 147.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
96.97 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albury
35 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services — Albury / Sydney / Melbourne Varies by service

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
No direct service from Glenroy; drive to Albury station then approx. 5 hr 30 min to Sydney by NSW TrainLink
By Car (Peak)
5-6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr

🛣️ Albury is the nearest major service centre, approximately 35 km away; close to Victorian border

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this dispersed rural locality with no local services

🛒 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 Glenroy (Snowy Valleys - NSW) by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Glenroy (Snowy Valleys - NSW) Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Glenroy (Snowy Valleys - NSW)" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
▲ 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

What is Glenroy (Snowy Valleys) known for? +

Glenroy in the Snowy Valleys Council area is a quiet rural locality known for its open pastoral and farming land in the South West Slopes region of NSW, near the Murray River corridor and the broader Snowy Valleys region famous for its river valleys and mountains.

How far is Glenroy (Snowy Valleys) from Albury? +

Glenroy is located approximately 35 kilometres from Albury, which is the nearest major service centre, making it roughly a 30–40 minute drive to access shops, hospitals, and transport connections.

Does Glenroy (Snowy Valleys) have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly serving Glenroy. The nearest train station is Albury, which is on the NSW TrainLink Southern Tablelands Line connecting Sydney and Melbourne. A car is essential for residents of this locality.

What is the population of Glenroy (Snowy Valleys)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glenroy (Snowy Valleys) had a population of 85 residents across approximately 31 dwellings, reflecting its small and dispersed rural character.

Is Glenroy (Snowy Valleys) a good place to live? +

Glenroy suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with space and privacy on the South West Slopes of NSW. The broader Snowy Valleys region offers scenic landscapes and a strong agricultural heritage, though residents must travel to Albury or Tumbarumba for everyday services.

What is the postcode for Glenroy (Snowy Valleys)? +

Glenroy in the Snowy Valleys Council area shares the postcode 2640, which also covers Albury and several surrounding localities.