Glenreagh
A population of 1,005 is spread across 86.24 sq km, producing a low density of 11.7 people per sq km. Housing is strongly detached, with 98.7% of dwellings separate houses, while 45.4% of households are paying a mortgage. The median age of 39 is 1 year below the national figure, but university attainment at 11.5% sits 18.6 percentage points below national levels. Compared with Coffs Harbour's urban setting, Glenreagh has a more spacious, car-dependent profile and a smaller employment base. Its appeal rests on house-sized blocks, relatively stable residency and access to essential healthcare, education and construction work rather than metropolitan-style amenity.
Local council: Clarence Valley
Population
1,005
Median Age
39.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,384/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
13
Glenreagh suits buyers prioritising detached space and manageable household costs over apartment living or extensive urban services. Separate houses account for 98.7% of homes, with 43.2% containing 3 bedrooms and 35.8% containing 4 or more, so families have a broad supply of larger formats. The median monthly mortgage is $1,509, equal to 25.2% of household income, while weekly rent is $330 and rent absorbs 23.8% of income. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, the 1.3% semi-detached share points to a much simpler house-based choice set. Buyers should compare recent settled sales by block size, condition and bedroom count, because a single regional price benchmark can be less useful in a small market.
For Buyers
Glenreagh suits buyers prioritising detached space and manageable household costs over apartment living or extensive urban services. Separate houses account for 98.7% of homes, with 43.2% containing 3 bedrooms and 35.8% containing 4 or more, so families have a broad supply of larger formats. The median monthly mortgage is $1,509, equal to 25.2% of household income, while weekly rent is $330 and rent absorbs 23.8% of income. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, the 1.3% semi-detached share points to a much simpler house-based choice set. Buyers should compare recent settled sales by block size, condition and bedroom count, because a single regional price benchmark can be less useful in a small market.
For Investors
Glenreagh presents a small rental market with a limited tenant pool but some defensive local employment. Only 13.6% of occupied dwellings are rented, weekly rent is $330 and vacancy is 5.5%, so investors should test achievable rent and letting periods carefully rather than assume strong rental competition. Healthcare represents 22.7% of local employment and construction 17.3%, creating links to essential services and trades. Fourteen development applications were recorded across 12 months, indicating ongoing property activity, although recent examples include sheds, garages and other structures rather than a clearly large dwelling pipeline. Compared with larger rental markets, the population of 1,005 means one vacancy or resale can have a greater effect on local conditions.
Development Activity
Total DAs
138
Last 12 Months
13
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-23.5%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Glenreagh
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Demographics
Glenreagh has a median age of 39, which is 1 year below the national figure, and an average household size of 2.8, or 0.3 above the national level. University attainment is 11.5%, 18.6 percentage points below the national result, while the overseas-born share is 8.3%, 13.3 points below national levels. English ancestry is reported by 403 people, followed by Scottish ancestry at 90 and Irish ancestry at 84, reinforcing an Anglo-leaning profile. Christianity accounts for 430 residents and no religion for 378. Residential stability is notable: 76.5% stayed at the same address and turnover was 23.5%. Compared with higher-mobility centres, this pattern can support longer-standing local networks and steadier demand for community services.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
98.7%
Houses
1.3%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Glenreagh is overwhelmingly a separate-house market, with 98.7% of dwellings in that category and only 1.3% semi-detached. The bedroom mix is practical for families: 43.2% of homes have 3 bedrooms, 35.8% have 4 or more, 16.9% have 2 and 4.1% have 0 or 1. Tenure is split between 39.7% owned outright and 45.4% with a mortgage, while 13.6% are rented. Mortgage repayments equal 25.2% of household income and rent equals 23.8%, with neither measure flagged as housing stress. Compared with apartment-heavy suburbs, Glenreagh offers fewer compact housing options but more space-oriented stock. The 5.5% vacancy rate gives renters some choice, although a small market can change quickly when only a few homes become available.
Mortgage / mo
$1,509
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $330.
$600
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $680 · units $500
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$584
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.5%
Unoccupied
18
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.2%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
40.9%
Couples with children
37.0%
Couples, no children
20.6%
Single parent
257
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Glenreagh's largest industry at 22.7%, or 51 workers, followed by construction at 17.3% and 39 workers. Education contributes 10.2% and 23 workers, public administration 9.3% and 21, and retail 6.7% and 15. The occupation mix is practical, led by 65 trades workers, 65 labourers, 57 community and personal service workers, 43 managers and 39 machinery or drivers. Unemployment is 7.5%, participation is 51.8% and the full-time rate is 50.0%, indicating a smaller and less intensely engaged labour market than larger employment centres. Weekly household income is $1,384, placing Glenreagh at the 39.4th percentile, below the midpoint of the national income distribution. The concentration in healthcare and construction supports everyday services but also makes local prosperity sensitive to public-sector demand, building cycles and commuting access.
Unemployment
7.5%
Labour Force
400
Unemployed
30
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
50.0%
Part-time
44.1%
Participation
51.8%
Employed
370
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
11.5%
Postgraduate
0.7%
Born Overseas
8.3%
Dwellings
306
Transport to Work
Glenreagh is best suited to residents comfortable with driving and a spread-out settlement pattern. About 78.0% of workers drive a car, compared with 4.7% who walk or cycle, while 11.3% work from home. One local school, Glenreagh Public School, provides government primary education; families should check enrolment zones and secondary-school travel against the exact address. The suburb covers 86.24 sq km at 11.7 people per sq km, so access to larger retail, health and education services is more dispersed than in denser regional centres. Community connection is supported by a volunteering rate of 16.7%, while 6.9% of residents need assistance with core activities. A current NSW Police crime map and local advice are appropriate for safety comparisons, since no reliable suburb-level crime rate is available. Compared with larger towns, Glenreagh trades convenience for space, quiet and local familiarity.
Drive
78.0%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
4.7%
Work from Home
11.3%
Growth Outlook
Growth in Glenreagh is likely to be incremental rather than volume-led because the suburb has 1,005 residents across 86.24 sq km and a density of 11.7 people per sq km. The relevant signals are the regional annual growth rate and primary migration driver, together with the gentrification score and shift trajectory, which indicate whether demand is broadening beyond the existing base. Locally, 14 development applications across 12 months point to continued property maintenance and small-scale building activity. Residential stability is also high, with 76.5% of residents staying at the same address compared with 23.5% turnover. Compared with higher-density centres, Glenreagh's growth case depends more on retaining households, improving local amenity and supporting essential jobs than on a rapid apartment or subdivision cycle.
Population trend: Clarence Valley council area
Glenreagh sits in the Clarence Valley council area. These are the council area's residents, not Glenreagh's.
Residents 2025
56,874
Growth, 5 yr average
+1.5%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+1.2%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Glenreagh compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glenreagh a good suburb to live in?
Glenreagh can suit households seeking detached homes, space and a quieter setting. It has 1,005 residents, 98.7% separate houses and a median age of 39. Compared with larger regional centres, services and public transport are more limited, with 78.0% of workers driving, so lifestyle fit depends on having a car and accepting longer trips.
What is the median house price in Glenreagh?
Use recent settled sales for the exact street and bedroom mix rather than relying on a broad regional comparison. Glenreagh is 98.7% separate houses, with 43.2% of homes containing 3 bedrooms and 35.8% containing 4 or more. Those figures make house size, land area and condition more relevant than apartment-style benchmarks.
What schools are in Glenreagh?
Glenreagh Public School is the local government primary school. Families seeking Years 7 to 12 education should compare nearby options, transport and enrolment zones because Glenreagh has 1,005 residents across 86.24 sq km. Compared with larger towns, school access is more spread out and the exact address can affect daily travel.
Is Glenreagh safe?
Check current NSW Police crime mapping and local advice before making a safety decision, rather than inferring safety from population size. Glenreagh has 1,005 residents and a density of 11.7 people per sq km, while 78.0% of workers drive. Compared with denser centres, incident patterns and travel exposure can look different in a dispersed community.
Is Glenreagh good for property investment?
Glenreagh may suit an investor seeking a small house-based market, but rental depth should be tested carefully. Rent is $330 per week, vacancy is 5.5% and only 13.6% of occupied homes are rented. Compared with suburbs with larger tenant pools, one vacancy can matter more. Healthcare employs 22.7% of local workers and 14 development applications were recorded across 12 months.
How is Glenreagh's population changing?
The current pattern is relatively stable rather than highly mobile. Glenreagh has 1,005 residents, with 76.5% staying at the same address and turnover of 23.5%. Average household size is 2.8, which is 0.3 above the national figure. Compared with high-churn markets, population change is more likely to reflect gradual household replacement and local retention than frequent moves.
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).
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