West Albury

NSW 2640 • Rest of NSW

3,872
Population (2021)
$41,288
Median Income
5.41 km²
Area
177m
Elevation

About West Albury

West Albury is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Albury (City) area. With a population of 3,872 and a median income of $41,288, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.41 km² at an elevation of 177m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that West Albury provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

West Albury falls under postcode 2640 and is governed by Albury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2640
Urban Area
Albury - West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.07°, 146.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
5.41 km²
Elevation
177m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$255
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,365
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,851
Census 2021
3,872
0.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,788
Income 2021
$41,288
18.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,134
Born Overseas 472

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 93
  • 2. India 45
  • 3. New Zealand 42
  • 4. South Africa 33
  • 5. Philippines 25
  • 6. Germany 17
  • 7. United States 16
  • 8. Canada 13
  • 9. Italy 12
  • 10. Netherlands 12
  • 11. Nepal 11
  • 12. China 10
  • 13. Scotland 9
  • 14. Vietnam 9
  • 15. Croatia 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,558
Australian 1,416
Irish 521
Scottish 425
German 283
Australian Aboriginal 181
Italian 103
Dutch 50
Indian 48
Greek 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,627
Both parents born in Australia
568
Both parents born overseas
400
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.2%
No Religion
36.9%
Hinduism
1.4%
Islam
0.7%
Buddhism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
211 (5.4%)
5-14 years
438 (11.3%)
15-19 years
206 (5.3%)
20-24 years
183 (4.7%)
25-34 years
411 (10.6%)
35-44 years
424 (11.0%)
45-54 years
398 (10.3%)
55-64 years
559 (14.4%)
65-74 years
473 (12.2%)
75-84 years
336 (8.7%)
85+ years
233 (6.0%)

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