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Albury - East has an estimated 22,382 residents, up 25.5% since the 2021 Census, with 23 projects tracked in Albury - East.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Albury - East Statistical Area (Lv2), located 213 kilometres west-southwest from Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 22,382 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 17,831 people, this represents an increase of 4,551 people (25.5%). The change is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 20,822 as of June 2025 and 1,607 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally. Market characteristics include development activity and population drivers well above average, a notable healthcare employment base, elevated shares of children aged 0 to 4 and 5 to 14, pronounced education employment, and a marked public administration employment presence.
The area has a high proportion of children and combines a family-oriented community with natural and urban features, including parks, riverfront walks, gardens, cultural venues, local shops and markets, and recreational facilities such as sports clubs, golf courses and leisure centres.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Albury - East Statistical Area (Lv2), located 213 kilometres west-southwest from Canberra CBD, had an estimated population of approximately 22,382 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 17,831 people, this represents an increase of 4,551 people (25.5%). The change is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 20,822 as of June 2025 and 1,607 validated new addresses since the Census date. Its population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally. Market characteristics include development activity and population drivers well above average, a notable healthcare employment base, elevated shares of children aged 0 to 4 and 5 to 14, pronounced education employment, and a marked public administration employment presence.
The area has a high proportion of children and combines a family-oriented community with natural and urban features, including parks, riverfront walks, gardens, cultural venues, local shops and markets, and recreational facilities such as sports clubs, golf courses and leisure centres.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,898 in 2001 and 20,822 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 22,382 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.6%.
Albury - East ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for development activity and the 94th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Albury - East is $582 a week, up 7.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.0%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $388 in 2017, $630 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $241 in 2017, $440 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 370 Amatex Street, East Albury NSW 2640 | $800,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 42 Hawksview Road, Wirlinga NSW 2640 | $770,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Kowari Street, Thurgoona NSW 2640 | $880,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Jackeroo Circuit, Thurgoona NSW 2640 | $75,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 28 Rodeo Drive, Thurgoona NSW 2640 | $848,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Dwyer Place, Thurgoona NSW 2640 | $905,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 42 Riverboat Drive, Thurgoona NSW 2640 | $740,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 618 Schubach Street, East Albury NSW 2640 | $705,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 157 Whitebox Circuit, Thurgoona NSW 2640 | $780,200 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Alpine Street, Thurgoona NSW 2640 | $495,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 2 Sep 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $765,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $582 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $770k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $383k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $765,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 2 Sep 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $440 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 5.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Albury | $498 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Albury, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Murray | $492 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Murray, over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 661 tracked applications: 317 approved, 76 under assessment, 268 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 23 projects in Albury - East (8 under construction) and 82 more in the surrounding area.
The Albury Wodonga Regional Hospital Project is a $558 million health redevelopment, funded by NSW, Victoria and the Commonwealth, consolidating complex care at the Albury campus.
Masterplanned residential estate in Thurgoona comprising multiple staged land releases with premium house and land opportunities. Stages 6, 7, 8, 9 and 11 are currently being marketed, with civil works continuing across the development.
Completed expansion of Thurgoona Plaza, delivering a Woolworths supermarket, new specialty shops, a medical centre and around 260 car spaces. Current council works are focused on improving access around the Shuter Avenue / Thurgoona Drive intersection serving the plaza.
Hilltops by Birchmore is a $70 million masterplanned residential community on 17.7 hectares at 710 Riverina Highway, Thurgoona, developed by Birchmore Group and marketed by Core Projects. The estate comprises 320 lots across multiple stages, with Stage 1 (177 lots) approved by Albury City Council and the first homes now under construction.
Master-planned residential estate on over 120 hectares in Thurgoona, delivering more than 1,000 residential lots across multiple stages. Features include extensive parks, walking and cycling trails, a central community park, display village, and 6 hectares of engineered wetlands providing habitat for the threatened Sloane's Froglet.
Modification to the consent for a 132-lot Torrens title residential subdivision, part of the Hopefield Estate, including residential allotments, a reserve, and temporary basin across stages 1 to 3. The subdivision is located in the growing Thurgoona/Wirlinga area, a key growth precinct for the Albury LGA.
A major residential subdivision providing 198 housing lots in the rapidly growing Thurgoona area. The project was approved by Albury Council in June 2022 and is strategically positioned to benefit from the new Thurgoona Link Road infrastructure.
Critical transport infrastructure connecting Hume Freeway at Davey Road to Elizabeth Mitchell Drive, Kerr Road, Table Top Road, and Ettamogah Road. Five-stage project to support 50,000 new residents in Thurgoona-Wirlinga growth precinct.
Master planned industrial estate designed to maximise development potential and create high quality light industrial facilities with bulky goods retail component. Includes road connections to Riverina Highway and consideration of Albury Airport operations.
A new $17.5 million retail development featuring a Coles supermarket with open-front bakery and dessert bar, Liquorland bottle shop, and specialty stores including Burger Urge restaurant. The development includes 173 car parks with 76 undercover spaces and a six-bay undercover drive-through click and collect service.
New residential estate in Thurgoona offering a variety of block sizes and house and land packages.
Master-planned residential community with 320 lots featuring views to Lake Hume and the Great Dividing Range. $70 million development offering affordable housing options with 450-865 sqm lots.
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Estimated completion year of the 47 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 16, 2027 16, 2028 7, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 31 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 661 substantial development applications lodged in and around Albury - East over the past 5 years, 423 in the last 12 months; 76 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 30, 2022 71, 2023 55, 2024 44, 2025 52, 2026 (to Oct) 409.
Key application 7 Evesham Place, Thurgoona Commercial | $19m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 661 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 423 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 12.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 232 | ABS building approvals | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 317 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 76 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Albury - East SA2 include: Murray Park Estate (Construction); Brooklyn Fields Estate (Construction); Thurgoona Plaza Shopping Centre Expansion (Completed); Albury Wodonga Regional Hospital Redevelopment (Construction); and Thurgoona Village (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Albury - East SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Retail, and Health & Medical, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Albury - East SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 39th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Albury - East higher than 96% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Albury - East SA2 area has seen 382 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Albury - East SA2's current population of 22,382 has been supported by 232 approvals on average over recent years.
The Albury - East SA2 has seen 12.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 110 people in the Albury - East SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Albury - East SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 232, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Albury - East SA2 has grown by approximately 3,516 people, while 1,162 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Albury - East lies within the top 6% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,382 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +25.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 221 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +3.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 17,831 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 4,551 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +4.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 101.48 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Albury - East SA2 was estimated to be approximately 22,382 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 20,822 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The albury - east sa2 has added approximately 4,551 people and shown a 25.52% increase from the 17,831 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Albury - East SA2 is estimated at 221 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Albury - East SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 3.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Albury - East SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (65.4%), Natural increase (20.7%), Overseas migration (13.9%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 65.4% of overall population gains.
Albury - East's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Albury - East SA2 at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Albury - East is 7 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Albury - East SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Albury - East SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Albury - East SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.9% of the population in the Albury - East SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.9% of the population in the Albury - East SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,828 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 49th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $73,150 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,792 | 2021 Census, weekly | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $894 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,171 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Albury - East SA2 is approximately $62,581. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,828.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Albury - East SA2 is approximately $77,817. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $73,150.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Albury - East SA2 is approximately $62,581 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,828 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Albury - East SA2 is approximately $77,817 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,150 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Albury - East SA2's households (~36.6% / 2,411 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Albury - East SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.6% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Albury - East SA2 is $1,792/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Albury - East SA2 is $2,171/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Albury - East SA2 is $894/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Albury - East SA2 is just above the national average, with the median assessed at $58,828 while the average income stands at $73,150. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,581 (median) and $77,817 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Albury - East SA2 is $6,678 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The albury - east sa2's disposable income is $6,678 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Albury - East demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 34% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,647 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 20,702 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,962 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Albury - East SA2 has approximately 11,647 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Albury - East SA2 stands at 2.6%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Albury - East SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.5% of employment), education & training (12.0%), and construction (10.7%). Other significant employers include retail trade and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Albury - East SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Albury - East SA2 is 73.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The albury - east sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 19.5% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The albury - east sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.0% growth, ranking 18th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Albury - East ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 18.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 26.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
26.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Albury - East SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
35.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Albury - East SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The albury - east sa2 ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Albury - East SA2 are: Certificate (27.0%), Bachelor Degree (18.2%), Advanced Diploma (11.1%).
30.5% of the population in the Albury - East SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.9% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 4.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Albury - East SA2 is 1047, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Albury - East SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,208 students.
The albury - east sa2 includes 1 primary school, 2 combined schools.
Albury - East has a typical household mix, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.5% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,588 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,269 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 72.0% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Albury - East SA2 had 6,588 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 25.5% to an estimated 8,269 households today.
The average household size in the Albury - East SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 72.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.2%), group households (3.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,743 family households, couples with children account for 33.5% of all households, couples without children at home 27.7%, and single parent families 10.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Albury - East SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Albury - East SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 24.2% of all households in the Albury - East SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.7% of households, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
Albury - East is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.5% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 88.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
Albury - East was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.7% of its population born in Australia, 92.4% being citizens, and 92.5% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Albury - East was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.5% of people in Albury - East. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.0% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Albury - East are English, comprising 29.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 5.2% of Albury - East (vs 3.1% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.5% (vs 8.0%) and Dutch at 1.4% (vs 1.0%).
11.3% of the Albury - East SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
7.5% of the population in the Albury - East SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
2.1% of the Albury - East SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.4% of the Albury - East SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Albury - East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 28.9% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,625 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 41.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Albury - East SA2, 28.9% of homes are owned outright, 41.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.4% of dwellings in the Albury - East SA2 are houses.
In the Albury - East SA2, 1.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Albury - East SA2 stands at 28.9%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Albury - East SA2 is $1,625, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Albury - East SA2 is $1,087, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Albury - East SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Albury - East SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Albury - East SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 17.9% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Albury - East SA2 consists of 88.4% detached houses, 10.0% semi-detached dwellings, 1.3% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Albury - East consumes approximately 14.0% of median household income ($7,759 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Albury - East show attached dwellings contributing 5% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 95% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Albury - East's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 51st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.5% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
Around 53.7% of people in the Albury - East SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Albury - East SA2, 5.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.9% of people in the Albury - East SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.7% of the Albury - East SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Albury - East SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Albury - East SA2, 53.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 49 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 49th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 338 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 97th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,335 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 65 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 66 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 338 public transport stops within the Albury - East SA2.
The Albury - East SA2 has 1,335 weekly trips across 66 routes, averaging 190 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 161 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 885 m away and the nearest supermarket 1.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 338 stops nearby, 1,335 weekly trips, access rating 49 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 74th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 885 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 7 long day care centres with 582 places in Albury - East, about 2.7 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Albury - East higher than 96% of real estate markets across the country.
Albury - East has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Albury - East's affordable property market has recorded 589 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 69% residential, 3% commercial and 28% vacant land transactions.
Albury - East lies within the top 6% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Albury - East's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Albury - East demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 34% of areas assessed nationally.
The educational profile of Albury - East ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Albury - East has a typical household mix, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Albury - East is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Albury - East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
Albury - East's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Albury - East has an estimated 22,382 residents, up 25.5% since the 2021 Census, with 23 projects tracked in Albury - East.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Albury - East.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (109011172). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Albury - East from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Albury - East with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
