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Lavington

NSW 2641 • Rest of NSW

13,073
Population (2021)
$33,644
Median Income
14.78 km²
Area
$250/wk
Median Rent
Border TownShopping CentreRegional LivingAffordable

About Lavington

Lavington is a substantial suburb of Albury, where over 13,000 residents enjoy comprehensive services in this NSW-Victoria border community. Home to Lavington Square, it functions as a secondary commercial centre for the twin cities. The modest median income reflects Albury's regional economy.

Lavington Square shopping centre provides solid retail, and the suburb offers genuine affordability. Proximity to Albury's CBD and the Murray River recreation adds appeal. Lavington attracts families seeking affordable regional living in the twin cities. It's border town suburbia—practical, affordable, and community-focused.

Lavington falls under postcode 2641 and is governed by Albury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2641
Urban Area
Albury - West
LGA / Council
Albury
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Albury
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.03°, 146.94°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
14.78 km²
Elevation
207m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Border Shopping Centre Cnr Griffith Road & Urana Road Lavington 2641 NSW
  • Woolworths
    337-363 Griffith Road Lavington 2641 NSW

🎓 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 Lavington by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Lavington Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,257
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.6%

142 state housing + 53 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
12,472
Census 2021
13,073
▲ 4.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,080
Income 2021
$33,644
▲ 19.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 10,193
Born Overseas 1,998

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 371
  • 2. England 206
  • 3. Nepal 170
  • 4. New Zealand 138
  • 5. Philippines 122
  • 6. Germany 73
  • 7. Netherlands 56
  • 8. Scotland 38
  • 9. Bangladesh 34
  • 10. Pakistan 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 4,883
English 4,838
Irish 1,477
Scottish 1,165
German 970
Australian Aboriginal 563
Italian 292
Indian 253
Dutch 242
Filipino 178

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

8,692
Both parents born in Australia
2,530
Both parents born overseas
947
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.7%
No Religion
38.0%
Hinduism
3.6%
Sikhism
2.2%
Islam
1.3%
Buddhism
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
793 (6.1%)
5-14 years
1,491 (11.4%)
15-19 years
733 (5.6%)
20-24 years
890 (6.8%)
25-34 years
1,766 (13.5%)
35-44 years
1,506 (11.5%)
45-54 years
1,430 (10.9%)
55-64 years
1,579 (12.1%)
65-74 years
1,588 (12.1%)
75-84 years
937 (7.2%)
85+ years
344 (2.6%)

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