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Gelston Park

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

160
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Gelston Park

Gelston Park is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Wagga Wagga within postcode 2650. Covering around 30 square kilometres of undulating pastoral land, the locality had a population of 160 people in the 2021 Census. The area falls under the Wagga Wagga state electorate and is within the broader Riverina federal electorate, reflecting its agricultural heartland character.

Residents of Gelston Park enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle with the full range of city amenities accessible in nearby Wagga Wagga — the largest inland city in New South Wales. The region supports a strong farming community, and the locality appeals to those seeking rural land close to a major service centre. Wagga Wagga provides hospitals, universities, schools, retail centres, and rail connections, making Gelston Park a practical choice for those who want country living without full isolation.

Gelston Park falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the Wagga Wagga Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.05 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,085
Median 2023–24
$60,452
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,948

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
15 km
N/A - drive

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
460 km
By Train
Drive to Wagga Wagga Station, then NSW TrainLink intercity train to Central Station ~5h 30min
By Car (Peak)
5h - 5h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4h 45min - 5h

🛣️ Car essential locally; Hume Highway (A31) provides the main road connection to Sydney and Melbourne

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; car required for all daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
160
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area, which contains Gelston Park. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Motor vehicle theft
239.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
645.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
10.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
559.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Wagga Wagga →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gelston Park NSW? +

Gelston Park is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, approximately 15 km south-east of Wagga Wagga city centre, within postcode 2650.

What is the population of Gelston Park? +

Gelston Park had a population of 160 people according to the 2021 Australian Census.

What schools and services are available near Gelston Park? +

Gelston Park residents access schools, hospitals, and retail services in nearby Wagga Wagga, which is approximately 15 km away and offers a full range of city amenities including Charles Sturt University and Wagga Wagga Base Hospital.

Is Gelston Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gelston Park is part of the Wagga Wagga LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.