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Glen Innes

NSW 2370 • Rest of NSW

6,219
Population (2021)
$47,008
Median Household Income
198.30 km²
Area
$230/wk
Median Rent
RegionalHistoricCeltic HeritageAffordableTree-Change

About Glen Innes

Glen Innes is a historic regional town on the New England Tablelands in northern New South Wales, situated at an elevation of 1,109 metres above sea level. With a population of around 6,200, it has a median age of 49 and a predominantly Australian-born community with strong English, Irish, and Scottish heritage. The town serves as the administrative centre of the Glen Innes Severn local government area and has a notable Indigenous population of around 9%.

Glen Innes is renowned for its Celtic heritage, celebrated annually at the Australian Celtic Festival and through the Australian Standing Stones monument in Centennial Parklands. The town offers a peaceful country lifestyle with affordable housing, heritage-listed buildings including the Post Office and Railway Station, and access to stunning national parks. The main street features both Coles and Woolworths, along with independent shops and cafes. Retirees, families, and tree-changers are drawn to the cooler climate, strong community spirit, and proximity to World Heritage-listed Washpool and Gibraltar Range National Parks.

Glen Innes falls under postcode 2370 and is governed by Glen Innes Severn Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2370
Urban Area
Glen Innes
LGA / Council
Glen Innes Severn
Federal Electorate
New England
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.72°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
198.30 km²
Elevation
1109m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Glen Innes for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$417K
155 sales · ▲ 15.8% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,068
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
49 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.6%

41 state housing + 52 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Glen Innes Railway Station (limited service)
0.5 km
6 mins

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Armidale (south) / Tenterfield (north) 1.5-2 hrs to Armidale
  • Local community transport — Glen Innes town services Various

Commute to Armidale (nearest regional centre)

Distance
120 km
By Bus
1.5-2 hours via NSW TrainLink coach
By Car (Peak)
1.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Regional town; Sydney is approximately 600km / 7 hours drive. Nearest airport with regular services is Armidale.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Compact town centre with most services on Grey Street; residential areas spread out

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Grey Street Glen Innes 2370 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Wentworth And Grey Streets Glen Innes 2370 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 6 heritage-listed places in or near Glen Innes, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Ottery Mine
8km north-east Emmaville • SHR #00392
Dundee rail bridge over Severn River
Main Northern railway 701.98 km, Dundee • SHR #01033
Glen Innes Post and Telegraph Office
Grey Street, Glen Innes • SHR #01406
Yarraford rail bridge over Beardy River
Main Northern railway 694.371 km, Glen Innes • SHR #01068
Glen Innes Railway Station group
Main Northern railway, Glenn Innes • SHR #01149
Glen Innes Showground
Bourke Street, Glenn Innes • SHR #01961

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
478.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
323 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
757.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
11.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
233.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Glen Innes Severn →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,155
Census 2021
6,219
▲ 1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,012
Personal Income 2021
$26,780
▲ 7.1% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$26,780 / yr
$515/wk
Household
$47,008 / yr
$904/wk
Family
$67,496 / yr
$1298/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,117
Born Overseas 442

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 131
  • 2. New Zealand 59
  • 3. India 42
  • 4. Nepal 36
  • 5. Philippines 21
  • 6. Germany 17
  • 7. China 15
  • 8. Scotland 11
  • 9. South Africa 11
  • 10. Netherlands 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,655
Australian 2,506
Irish 735
Scottish 733
Australian Aboriginal 498
German 296
Italian 62
Dutch 54
Chinese 45
Indian 44

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,621
Both parents born in Australia
531
Both parents born overseas
395
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.7%
No Religion
30.2%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
284 (4.6%)
5-14 years
711 (11.4%)
15-19 years
369 (5.9%)
20-24 years
248 (4.0%)
25-34 years
630 (10.1%)
35-44 years
579 (9.3%)
45-54 years
670 (10.8%)
55-64 years
884 (14.2%)
65-74 years
949 (15.3%)
75-84 years
635 (10.2%)
85+ years
244 (3.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glen Innes known for? +

Glen Innes is renowned for its Celtic heritage, celebrated annually at the Australian Celtic Festival and through the Australian Standing Stones monument in Centennial Parklands.

How far is Glen Innes from Sydney CBD? +

Glen Innes is approximately 120 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 1.5 hours in peak hour and 1.5 hours off-peak.

Does Glen Innes have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Glen Innes Railway Station (limited service) (0.5 km away, approximately 6 mins walk) on the Northern Tablelands line (NSW TrainLink coach services). Bus services include NSW TrainLink Coach, running to Armidale (south) / Tenterfield (north) in approximately 1.5-2 hrs to Armidale.

What is the population of Glen Innes? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glen Innes has a population of 6,219 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Glen Innes a good place to live? +

Glen Innes is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The town offers a peaceful country lifestyle with affordable housing, heritage-listed buildings including the Post Office and Railway Station, and access to stunning national parks.

What is the postcode for Glen Innes? +

The postcode for Glen Innes is 2370. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Glen Innes? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Glen Innes is about $515 per week (around $26,800 per year). The median household income is $904 per week and the median family income is $1,298 per week.

What is the median house price in Glen Innes? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $417,000, up 15.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Glen Innes? +

The median age in Glen Innes is 49. The largest age group is 65–74 (949 residents, around 15%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 29% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Glen Innes a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glen Innes is part of the Glen Innes Severn 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.

How much is rent in Glen Innes? +

In Glen Innes, the median weekly rent is $230, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,068 (2021 Census).