South Albury
At 1,372 residents across 4.22 sq km, South Albury is a compact pocket beside Albury and East Albury, with density of 324.9 people per sq km. Compared with the wider urban area, its renter-led profile stands out: 57.8% of residents rent, while vacancy is 14.4%. The median age is 40 and household income sits at the 21.6th percentile nationally, pointing to a more budget-conscious market than higher-income locations. English, Irish and Scottish ancestry are prominent, with counts of 509, 191 and 178 respectively.
Local council: Albury
Population
1,372
Median Age
40.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,147/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
18
South Albury suits buyers who value smaller dwellings and central access over a large detached block. Housing is split between 51.0% separate houses and 46.8% semi-detached homes, while 38.9% of properties have 2 bedrooms and 32.1% have 3 bedrooms. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,408, with mortgage repayments equal to 28.3% of household income and no recorded mortgage stress. However, household income ranks at the 21.6th percentile, below the national position, so deposit size, body corporate costs and ongoing repairs deserve close attention. Compared with a conventional family suburb, the semi-detached and smaller-home mix may provide a lower-cost entry point but less room for expansion.
For Buyers
South Albury suits buyers who value smaller dwellings and central access over a large detached block. Housing is split between 51.0% separate houses and 46.8% semi-detached homes, while 38.9% of properties have 2 bedrooms and 32.1% have 3 bedrooms. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,408, with mortgage repayments equal to 28.3% of household income and no recorded mortgage stress. However, household income ranks at the 21.6th percentile, below the national position, so deposit size, body corporate costs and ongoing repairs deserve close attention. Compared with a conventional family suburb, the semi-detached and smaller-home mix may provide a lower-cost entry point but less room for expansion.
For Investors
South Albury has a clear rental profile, with 57.8% of households renting and weekly rent recorded at $200. The 14.4% vacancy rate is high compared with a tightly supplied rental market, creating a risk of longer leasing periods or pressure on advertised rents. Rent currently represents 17.4% of household income, which supports tenant affordability, while 33.2% turnover suggests a mobile renter base rather than deep long-term tenancy stability. Twenty development applications in 12 months indicate ongoing local activity, although they do not establish a specific number of new dwellings. Compared with lower-vacancy suburbs, investors should prioritise property condition, transport access and achievable rent over assumed capital growth.
Development Activity
Total DAs
121
Last 12 Months
18
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+5.9%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
South Albury has 1,372 residents, a median age of 40 and an average household size of 1.8 people. Smaller households are explained by the composition of families: 44.7% are couples without children, compared with 27.7% couples with children, while one-parent families account for 22.7%. The overseas-born share is 17.0%, or 4.6 percentage points below the national comparison, and the university-educated share is 27.6%, 2.5 points below national levels. No religion is the largest stated affiliation at 642 people, followed by Christianity at 508 and Sikhism at 52. Compared with the broader Albury and East Albury setting, this creates a relatively mature, small-household profile with an Anglo-leaning ancestry pattern.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
51.0%
Houses
46.8%
Townhouse
2.2%
Apartment
Tenure
South Albury's housing stock is more attached and compact than a typical detached-house market. Separate houses account for 51.0% of dwellings, semi-detached homes 46.8% and apartments 2.2%. Two-bedroom homes lead at 38.9%, followed by 3-bedroom homes at 32.1%, while 4-bedroom properties represent only 9.7%. Renting dominates at 57.8%, compared with 21.7% owned outright and 18.6% being purchased with a mortgage. Weekly rent is $200 and vacancy is 14.4%, so tenants have more choice than in a lower-vacancy market. Household size is 0.7 people below the national comparison, helping explain the demand for smaller homes and attached formats.
Mortgage / mo
$1,408
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $200.
$510
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $543 · units $380
HH Size
1.8
Personal Income / wk
$775
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
14.4%
Unoccupied
116
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
17.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
27.7%
Couples with children
44.7%
Couples, no children
22.7%
Single parent
300
Total families
Economy & Employment
Employment is anchored by service industries, led by healthcare at 22.6% of workers, education at 12.6%, construction at 10.2%, hospitality at 9.8% and retail at 8.1%. The largest occupation groups are professionals at 143 people, trades at 115, community and personal service workers at 91, managers at 83 and labourers at 77. The labour force numbers 754 people, with participation at 62.5%, unemployment at 5.3% and 57.0% working full time. Weekly personal income is $775 and household income is $1,147, placing household income at the 21.6th percentile, below the national distribution. This income position helps explain the suburb's strong rental orientation and demand for modestly priced housing.
Unemployment
5.3%
Labour Force
754
Unemployed
40
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
57.0%
Part-time
37.1%
Participation
62.5%
Employed
714
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
27.6%
Postgraduate
6.3%
Born Overseas
17.0%
Dwellings
681
Transport to Work
South Albury's compact 4.22 sq km footprint supports short local trips, although transport remains car-oriented: 73.0% of workers drive, compared with 10.8% who walk or cycle, and 11.5% work from home. School choices should be checked against the exact address, including nearby primary and secondary options, sector and enrolment-zone requirements, because boundaries can cross suburb lines. With 1,372 residents and density of 324.9 people per sq km, convenience depends heavily on the precise street and access to services around the wider Albury area. A suburb-specific crime rate is not stated, so prospective residents should review recent incidents and visit at different times. Compared with the national age profile, the median age of 40 is broadly in line, supporting a settled but not strongly retirement-led feel.
Drive
73.0%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
10.8%
Work from Home
11.5%
Growth Outlook
South Albury's near-term change is more likely to come from turnover, reuse and smaller-scale infill than from a large greenfield expansion. The suburb has 1,372 residents across 4.22 sq km, with density of 324.9 people per sq km. Residential mobility is material: 33.2% of residents changed address while 66.8% stayed, creating a balance between renewal and continuity. Twenty development applications in 12 months point to ongoing activity, although they do not establish a dwelling yield. Compared with a lower-churn suburb, this level of movement can refresh rental and entry-level demand faster because households change more often. Any annual growth rate, migration driver, gentrification stage and shift trajectory should be checked before current development activity is treated as a forward population forecast.
Population trend: Albury council area
South Albury sits in the Albury council area. These are the council area's residents, not South Albury's.
Residents 2025
59,538
Growth, 5 yr average
+1.4%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+1.3%
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 South Albury compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Albury a good suburb to live in?
South Albury can suit residents seeking compact housing and access to the wider Albury area. It has 1,372 residents, a median age of 40, 57.8% renters and a 14.4% vacancy rate. The 73.0% car-driver share means checking parking, traffic and the exact address is important.
What is the median house price in South Albury?
Use recent settled sales to establish the current median rather than relying on a single assumed figure. South Albury's housing mix includes 51.0% separate houses, 46.8% semi-detached homes and 2.2% apartments, so the median can move materially depending on which dwelling types sell.
What schools are in South Albury?
School choices and enrolment zones should be checked against the exact South Albury address, including primary and secondary options and the relevant sector. With 1,372 residents and 73.0% of workers driving, families should also compare school-run routes, parking and access across nearby parts of Albury.
Is South Albury safe?
Safety should be assessed at street level by checking recent NSW Police incident information and visiting at different times. South Albury covers 4.22 sq km and has 1,372 residents, so conditions can vary between streets and around busier routes, commercial areas or larger residential complexes.
Is South Albury good for property investment?
It may suit an investor targeting affordable rental housing, with 57.8% of households renting and weekly rent at $200. The 14.4% vacancy rate is a major caution compared with tighter markets, while 33.2% turnover and 20 development applications in 12 months reinforce the need to test tenant demand carefully.
How is South Albury's population changing?
South Albury has a current population of 1,372. Its 33.2% turnover rate and 66.8% staying rate indicate movement alongside an established base, while 20 development applications in 12 months suggest ongoing change. These figures describe current activity, not a fixed future population total.
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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