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Glenfield Park

NSW 2650 • Rest of NSW

5,078
Population (2021)
$78,416
Median Household Income
3.06 km²
Area
$330/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbYoung FamiliesAffordable

About Glenfield Park

Glenfield Park is a modern residential suburb on the south-western fringe of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, within the Wagga Wagga City Council local government area. With a population of approximately 5,000 people, it is one of the newer growth areas of Wagga Wagga, characterised by contemporary housing estates, wide streets, and open reserve areas. The suburb sits at a relatively low elevation on flat land typical of the Riverina region.

Glenfield Park appeals strongly to young families and first-home buyers, offering more affordable housing compared to established Wagga Wagga suburbs while still being within easy reach of the city's services. The suburb has a community centre, local parks, and nearby sporting facilities, while Wagga Wagga's full range of retail, medical, and educational amenities is accessible within a short drive. The median weekly rent of around $330 and solid access to Wagga Wagga CBD make it one of the Riverina's more attractive growth suburbs.

Glenfield Park falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by Wagga Wagga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
Wagga Wagga - West
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.14°, 147.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.06 km²
Elevation
206m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$624K
110 sales · ▲ 12.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$455K
9 sales · ▲ 12.3% 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)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,406
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.5%

33 state housing + 17 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
4.5 km
N/A – drive recommended

Bus Services

  • Wagga Wagga local buses — Wagga Wagga CBD 15-20 min

Commute to Wagga Wagga CBD

Distance
4 km
By Train
Wagga Wagga station ~4.5km (Main South line to Sydney ~4.5hrs)
By Car (Peak)
10-15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-10 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode; local bus services operate to the CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Suburban estate layout; footpaths present but most daily needs require driving

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area, which contains Glenfield 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,232
Census 2021
5,078
▼ 2.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,336
Personal Income 2021
$42,016
▲ 12.5% 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
$42,016 / yr
$808/wk
Household
$78,416 / yr
$1508/wk
Family
$97,656 / yr
$1878/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,396
Born Overseas 551

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Iraq 90
  • 2. India 46
  • 3. Philippines 42
  • 4. England 39
  • 5. New Zealand 39
  • 6. Myanmar 37
  • 7. China 27
  • 8. Malaysia 16
  • 9. Nepal 16
  • 10. Germany 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,041
English 2,034
Irish 578
Australian Aboriginal 541
Scottish 470
German 241
Italian 109
Chinese 83
Dutch 58
Filipino 56

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,832
Both parents born in Australia
720
Both parents born overseas
370
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.7%
No Religion
32.1%
Hinduism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
381 (7.5%)
5-14 years
697 (13.7%)
15-19 years
308 (6.1%)
20-24 years
369 (7.3%)
25-34 years
750 (14.8%)
35-44 years
603 (11.9%)
45-54 years
571 (11.2%)
55-64 years
550 (10.8%)
65-74 years
418 (8.2%)
75-84 years
291 (5.7%)
85+ years
140 (2.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Glenfield Park NSW located? +

Glenfield Park is a suburb on the south-western outskirts of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, approximately 4 kilometres from the Wagga Wagga CBD.

What schools are in Glenfield Park? +

Glenfield Park School (a Government school catering to students with moderate to high needs) is located in the suburb. Families also access the broader range of Wagga Wagga primary and secondary schools.

What is the median rent in Glenfield Park? +

The median weekly rent in Glenfield Park is approximately $330 according to 2021 Census data, making it one of the more affordable residential areas in Wagga Wagga.

Is Glenfield Park a good suburb for families? +

Yes — Glenfield Park is popular with young families and first-home buyers thanks to modern housing stock, parks, and proximity to Wagga Wagga's schools, hospital, and retail centres.

What is the average income in Glenfield Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Glenfield Park is about $808 per week (around $42,000 per year). The median household income is $1,508 per week and the median family income is $1,878 per week.

What is the median house price in Glenfield Park? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $623,650, up 12.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $455,000, up 12.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Glenfield Park? +

The median age in Glenfield Park is 35. The largest age group is 25–34 (750 residents, around 15%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 17% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Glenfield Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glenfield 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.

What is the population of Glenfield Park? +

Glenfield Park had a population of 5,078 at the 2021 Census, down 2.9% from 5,232 in 2016.

How much is rent in Glenfield Park? +

In Glenfield Park, the median weekly rent is $330, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,406 (2021 Census).