Jindera
NSW 2642 • Rest of NSW
About Jindera
Jindera is a small town located 15 kilometres north of Albury in the Greater Hume Shire of New South Wales, sitting within the South West Slopes region of the Riverina. The town sits at an elevation of 304 metres and recorded a population of 2,721 at the 2021 census, reflecting steady growth as an attractive alternative to central Albury-Wodonga. The area was explored by Hamilton Hume and William Hovell and has a rich pioneering heritage, with the Jindera Pioneer Museum being the town's most notable landmark. The locality is characterised by a mix of agricultural land, new residential estates, and rural lifestyle blocks.
Jindera is a popular choice for families seeking a quieter lifestyle within easy reach of Albury's full range of services, schools, and hospitals. The town has a primary school, sporting clubs, a general store, and a hotel, with further retail and amenity in Albury just a short drive away. The Pioneer Museum—housed in an authentic 19th-century store and homestead—is a major attraction and reflects the German Lutheran heritage that shaped early settlement in the area. Jindera's growth has been driven by affordable land and the appeal of a community-oriented country town.
Jindera falls under postcode 2642 and is governed by Greater Hume Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Local school bus — Albury ~20–25 min
Commute to Albury CBD
🛣️ Jindera is primarily car-dependent; Albury CBD provides the full range of services, shopping, and employment.
Jindera is a country town with a walkable main street area, but most trips to Albury or major services require a car.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Brocklesby Public School ICSEA 968Main St
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Burrumbuttock Public School ICSEA 964Howlong Rd
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Gerogery Public School ICSEA 942East Gerogery Rd
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Jindera Public School ICSEA 969Dight Street
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154 Adams Street
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Khancoban Public School ICSEA 94821 Mitchell Ave
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Rand Public School ICSEA 979Cowal St
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Walbundrie Public School ICSEA 973Culcairn Rd
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Yerong Creek Public School ICSEA 947Cole St
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 Jindera by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Jindera Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Jindera" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 54
- 2. New Zealand 26
- 3. Germany 11
- 4. Netherlands 9
- 5. Philippines 9
- 6. Lebanon 5
- 7. India 4
- 8. Scotland 4
- 9. Canada 3
- 10. France 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)