East Albury
A 6,224-person suburb with a density of 504.8 people per square kilometre, East Albury is shaped by detached housing, settled households and a strong car-based routine. Separate houses account for 75.9%, while 12.7% work from home and 76.2% drive to work. University attainment is 36.1%, 6.0 percentage points above the national comparison, despite overseas-born residents making up 11.6%. Compared with the more urban setting of central Albury and nearby South Albury, its median age of 40 and 2.2-person households point to a lower-density market. A total of 82 development matters in 12 months adds ongoing change.
Population
6,224
Median Age
40.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,508/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
81
East Albury suits buyers prioritising conventional family layouts over apartments. Separate houses make up 75.9% of dwellings, semi-detached homes 22.5% and apartments 1.4%; 37.7% have 3 bedrooms and 31.1% have 4 or more. The typical mortgage commitment is $1,560 a month, while mortgage costs equal 23.9% of household income, higher than the 18.6% rent-to-income figure. Compared with a market dominated by apartments, the local housing mix makes outdoor space, maintenance and block size more important buying considerations. Ownership is split between 31.3% outright owners and 30.5% mortgagors, supporting a mix of established and active buyers.
For Buyers
East Albury suits buyers prioritising conventional family layouts over apartments. Separate houses make up 75.9% of dwellings, semi-detached homes 22.5% and apartments 1.4%; 37.7% have 3 bedrooms and 31.1% have 4 or more. The typical mortgage commitment is $1,560 a month, while mortgage costs equal 23.9% of household income, higher than the 18.6% rent-to-income figure. Compared with a market dominated by apartments, the local housing mix makes outdoor space, maintenance and block size more important buying considerations. Ownership is split between 31.3% outright owners and 30.5% mortgagors, supporting a mix of established and active buyers.
For Investors
East Albury's rental case rests on a meaningful tenant base but requires attention to vacancy. Renting accounts for 34.4% of occupied dwellings, versus 31.3% owned outright, and weekly rent is $280. The 8.0% vacancy rate is higher than a tightly supplied market would usually signal, so investors should stress-test leasing time and maintenance rather than rely on headline yield. Development activity is material at 82 matters over 12 months, including a residential flat-building application and alterations to a dwelling. Compared with an owner-occupier-only market, this mix supports rental depth, while the 25.2% turnover rate points to regular household movement.
Development Activity
Total DAs
476
Last 12 Months
81
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-17.3%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
East Albury has a median age of 40 and an average household size of 2.2, which is 0.3 people below the national comparison. The profile leans Anglo, with English ancestry recorded for 2,560 people, Irish 999 and Scottish 783; German ancestry adds 430. Overseas-born residents account for 11.6%, 10.0 percentage points below the national comparison, while university attainment reaches 36.1%, 6.0 points above it. Christianity counts 3,044 people and no religion 2,551. Compared with the more urban setting of central Albury and South Albury, the 74.8% same-address rate versus 25.2% turnover suggests a relatively settled base, although Punjabi, Mandarin and Hindi are also spoken.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
75.9%
Houses
22.5%
Townhouse
1.4%
Apartment
Tenure
East Albury's housing stock is predominantly detached and spread across ownership and renting. Separate houses account for 75.9%, semi-detached dwellings 22.5% and apartments 1.4%. Tenure is divided between 31.3% owned outright, 30.5% with a mortgage and 34.4% rented, with 3.8% in other arrangements. Compared with an apartment-led suburb, this composition points to more land-intensive maintenance and family-oriented demand because 37.7% of dwellings have 3 bedrooms and 31.1% have 4 or more. The $1,560 monthly mortgage and $280 weekly rent should be weighed against household income of $1,508 a week; rent-to-income is 18.6% and mortgage-to-income 23.9%.
Mortgage / mo
$1,560
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $280.
$510
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $543 · units $380
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$858
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.0%
Unoccupied
229
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.9%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
38.8%
Couples with children
43.8%
Couples, no children
15.9%
Single parent
1,618
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is East Albury's largest employing industry at 24.8%, or 557 workers, followed by education at 14.5% and 326, public administration at 9.5% and 214, construction at 9.2% and 207, and manufacturing at 6.7% and 150. This concentration in health, education and public services helps explain the sizeable professional workforce of 862, alongside 428 trades and 421 managers. The labour force totals 3,311, participation is 64.2%, unemployment 3.8% and full-time employment 60.2%. Household income is $1,508 weekly at the 47.1 percentile, below the midpoint, while personal income is $858. Compared with higher-income metropolitan markets, local spending power is more moderate.
Unemployment
3.8%
Labour Force
3,311
Unemployed
125
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
60.2%
Part-time
34.8%
Participation
64.2%
Employed
3,186
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
36.1%
Postgraduate
8.2%
Born Overseas
11.6%
Dwellings
2,627
Transport to Work
Daily life is strongly car-oriented: 76.2% drive to work, compared with 0.4% using public transport and 5.1% walking or cycling; 12.7% work from home. That pattern can make access to daily destinations practical by road but less convenient without a car. Families should check nearby school options and enrolment zones against the exact address, since boundaries can cross suburb lines rather than assuming every campus is equally accessible. Community participation is reflected in an 18.8% volunteering rate, while 5.8% need assistance. Crime should be checked using current local police information before choosing a street. Compared with a transit-led suburb, East Albury's 504.8 people per square kilometre and 12.33 square kilometre area reinforce its lower-density, road-based feel.
Drive
76.2%
Public Transport
0.4%
Walk / Cycle
5.1%
Work from Home
12.7%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How East Albury compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Albury a good suburb to live in?
East Albury can suit households wanting detached housing, moderate household size and a car-oriented routine. It has 6,224 residents, a median age of 40 and 75.9% separate houses. Compared with a denser apartment suburb, it may appeal more to buyers who value 3-bedroom and larger layouts, but transport is less flexible because 76.2% drive and only 0.4% use public transport.
What is the median house price in East Albury?
A current median house price should be checked against recent local sales because East Albury contains 75.9% separate houses, 22.5% semi-detached dwellings and 1.4% apartments. Bedroom mix also matters: 37.7% have 3 bedrooms and 31.1% have 4 or more, so a single suburb median can mask differences between dwelling types.
What schools are in East Albury?
School choices should be checked by exact address, enrolment zone and current transport route rather than assumed from the suburb name. East Albury's commute pattern is 76.2% car driving, 0.4% public transport and 5.1% walking or cycling, so families should test the practical trip to each nearby campus. Confirm sector, year levels and availability directly before enrolling.
Is East Albury safe?
For a current safety assessment, review police incident information and visit the intended street at different times. East Albury has 6,224 residents and 18.8% volunteering, but those figures do not replace street-level checks. Compare the immediate address with nearby Albury locations and inspect lighting, traffic and evening activity before deciding.
Is East Albury good for property investment?
East Albury may suit investors seeking a mixed-tenure market, but vacancy deserves careful modelling. Renting is 34.4%, weekly rent is $280 and vacancy is 8.0%, while 82 development matters were recorded over 12 months. Compared with a tightly supplied rental market, the vacancy figure calls for conservative assumptions about leasing time, maintenance and future competition rather than relying on gross rent alone.
How is East Albury's population changing?
East Albury has 6,224 residents today. The 74.8% same-address rate and 25.2% turnover rate suggest a mostly stable base with meaningful movement, while 82 development matters over 12 months indicate ongoing physical change. Compared with a highly transient area, this pattern points to gradual renewal rather than constant churn. Track future dwelling completions and census updates to see whether household size, currently 2.2 people, changes.
What development is occurring in East Albury?
Development activity is notable at 82 matters over 12 months. Recent examples include a residential flat-building application, alterations or additions to a dwelling and a swimming-pool application. Compared with a suburb with little recorded activity, this suggests ongoing investment in existing homes alongside some infill potential, although costs and dwelling yields are not stated. Buyers should check approval conditions and construction timing for nearby applications.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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