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Henty

NSW 2658 • Rest of NSW

1,225
Population (2021)
$52,832
Median Household Income
354.12 km²
Area
$200/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableCommunity-FocusedRiverina

About Henty

Henty is a small rural town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located on the Olympic Highway between Albury and Wagga Wagga. With a population of around 1,000, the town serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district. Henty is part of the Greater Hume Shire and sits at an elevation of approximately 230 metres above sea level. The town has a tight-knit community with a predominantly older demographic and strong farming roots.

Henty is best known for hosting the annual Henty Machinery Field Days, one of the largest agricultural field days in the Southern Hemisphere, attracting over 60,000 visitors each year. The town offers basic amenities including a primary school, pub, general store, and sporting facilities. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable housing and a strong sense of community. Henty appeals to farming families and retirees seeking a peaceful country life with easy access to larger regional centres.

Henty falls under postcode 2658 and is governed by Greater Hume Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2658
Urban Area
Upper Murray
LGA / Council
Greater Hume Shire
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Albury
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.52°, 147.04°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
354.12 km²
Elevation
238m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$360K
40 sales · ▲ 6.7% 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)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
51 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.2%

0 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Albury / Wagga Wagga 45 min to Albury

Commute to Albury

Distance
60 km
By Bus
~1 hr
By Car (Peak)
45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 min

🛣️ No rail service; nearest station is Henty (unstaffed, limited services on Sydney-Melbourne line)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small town layout with most amenities on the main street, but a car is essential for daily life.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Henty, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Henty Railway Station and yard group
Main Southern railway Henty • SHR #01169

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
120.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
164 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
129.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
120.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Greater Hume Shire →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,237
Census 2021
1,225
▼ 1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,688
Personal Income 2021
$29,796
▲ 16.0% 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
$29,796 / yr
$573/wk
Household
$52,832 / yr
$1016/wk
Family
$71,968 / yr
$1384/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,049
Born Overseas 74

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 16
  • 2. New Zealand 11
  • 3. Germany 8
  • 4. United States 6
  • 5. Bangladesh 3
  • 6. Philippines 3
  • 7. Scotland 3
  • 8. South Africa 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 573
English 436
German 180
Irish 126
Scottish 123
Australian Aboriginal 56
Italian 16
Dutch 14
New Zealander 9
French 6

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

929
Both parents born in Australia
89
Both parents born overseas
94
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
64.3%
No Religion
24.9%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
58 (4.7%)
5-14 years
142 (11.6%)
15-19 years
80 (6.5%)
20-24 years
51 (4.2%)
25-34 years
96 (7.8%)
35-44 years
108 (8.8%)
45-54 years
132 (10.8%)
55-64 years
192 (15.7%)
65-74 years
188 (15.3%)
75-84 years
133 (10.9%)
85+ years
52 (4.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Henty known for? +

Henty is a small rural town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located on the Olympic Highway between Albury and Wagga Wagga. With a population of around 1,000, the town serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district.

How far is Henty from Albury? +

Henty is approximately 60 kilometres from Albury. The drive takes around 45 min during peak hour and 40 min off-peak.

Does Henty have public transport? +

Henty is served by bus routes (NSW TrainLink Coach) connecting to Albury / Wagga Wagga with a travel time of approximately 45 min to Albury. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of Henty? +

According to the 2021 Census, Henty has a population of approximately 1,225 residents.

Is Henty a good place to live? +

Henty offers a rural lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Henty? +

The postcode for Henty in NSW is 2658.

What is the average income in Henty? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Henty is about $573 per week (around $29,800 per year). The median household income is $1,016 per week and the median family income is $1,384 per week.

What is the median house price in Henty? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $360,000, up 6.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Henty? +

The median age in Henty is 51. The largest age group is 55–64 (192 residents, around 16%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 30% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Henty a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Henty is part of the Greater Hume Shire 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 Henty? +

In Henty, the median weekly rent is $200, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,083 (2021 Census).