Turvey Park
NSW 2650 • Rest of NSW
About Turvey Park
Turvey Park is a well-established residential suburb located in the city of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina region of New South Wales. Situated approximately 2 kilometres south of the Wagga Wagga CBD, the suburb has a population of around 3,000 residents. The area is characterised by its mix of post-war and modern housing on generous blocks, with tree-lined streets lending a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere. At an elevation of 207 metres, the suburb enjoys the warm continental climate typical of the Riverina.
Turvey Park offers excellent amenities including the popular Turvey Park sporting precinct, which features ovals, tennis courts, and a swimming pool. The suburb is home to a mix of young families and long-term residents who appreciate the proximity to schools, shops, and the Wagga Wagga CBD. Lake Albert and its walking trails are nearby, providing outdoor recreation opportunities. Local shopping is centred along nearby Kooringal Road, with the Wagga Wagga Marketplace a short drive away.
Turvey Park falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by Wagga Wagga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 361, 362 — Wagga Wagga CBD 5-10 min
- 363 — Kooringal / Lake Albert 10-15 min
Commute to Wagga Wagga CBD
🛣️ No passenger rail in Wagga Wagga. Sydney is ~460 km north via Olympic Highway and Hume Highway.
Most errands require a car, though the CBD and local shops are accessible by bike or a short drive.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Urana St
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56 Estella Road
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Morella Circuit
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Kooringal High School ICSEA 959Ziegler Ave
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Lake Albert Road
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Lake Albert Public School ICSEA 963Main St
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Mount Austin Public School ICSEA 824Bourke St
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Ashmont Public School ICSEA 766Bardia St
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103 Fernleigh Road
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13 Bardia Street
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Coleman Street
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Kooringal Public School ICSEA 933Lake Albert Rd
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328 Gregadoo Road
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Mount Austin High School ICSEA 822Leavenworth Drive
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North Wagga Public School ICSEA 999Hampden Ave
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Farrer Road
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20 Hely Ave
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South Wagga Public School ICSEA 1027140 Edward St
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Corner Johnston & Tarcutta Streets
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Sturt Public School ICSEA 966White Ave
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The Bidgee School ICSEA 89621 Mitchelmore Street
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Hawkes Place
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Turvey Park, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Turvey Park by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Turvey Park Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Turvey Park" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
24 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 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. Iraq 109
- 2. England 40
- 3. India 37
- 4. New Zealand 27
- 5. Myanmar 19
- 6. Afghanistan 16
- 7. Malaysia 16
- 8. Pakistan 11
- 9. Philippines 11
- 10. Scotland 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)