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Junee

NSW 2663 • Rest of NSW

5,066
Population (2021)
$70,408
Median Household Income
31.02 km²
Area
$260/wk
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRailway HeritageAffordableCountry Town

About Junee

Junee is a medium-sized town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located approximately 40 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga and 470 kilometres south-west of Sydney. With a population of around 4,880, the town sits at an elevation of 280 metres and serves as the administrative centre of Junee Shire. Junee has a rich railway heritage, having been a major junction on the NSW rail network since the late 1870s.

The town's economy is underpinned by agriculture, rail transport, light industry, and government services including the Junee Correctional Centre. Junee is known for its well-preserved heritage buildings along Lorne Street, the historic Junee Roundhouse railway museum, and the Monte Cristo Homestead — reputedly Australia's most haunted house. The community enjoys affordable housing, local sporting clubs, and a relaxed country lifestyle that attracts families and retirees.

Junee falls under postcode 2663 and is governed by Junee Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2663
Urban Area
Gundagai - Junee - Harden
LGA / Council
Junee
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.86°, 147.58°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
31.02 km²
Elevation
294m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$445K
111 sales · ▲ 7.3% 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)
$260
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,251
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.5%

47 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Junee Railway Station
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • Local bus — Wagga Wagga 40 min

Commute to Wagga Wagga

Distance
40 km
By Train
25 min (NSW TrainLink)
By Bus
40 min
By Car (Peak)
30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Major railway junction town; XPT services connect to Sydney (5.5 hrs) and Melbourne (6 hrs)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre is walkable with shops and services along Lorne Street, but outlying areas require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 5 heritage-listed places in or near Junee, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Jadda Centre (former Athenium Theatre)
The Broadway, Junee • SHR #01687
Hillas Hut and other buildings
Hillas Creek, Adelong • SHR #00625
Junee Post Office
119 Lorne Street Junee • SHR #01425
Junee Railway Station, yard, locomotive depot
Main Southern railway, Junee • SHR #01173
Junee Railway Station movable relics
Main Southern railway, Junee • SHR #01172

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
108.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
154.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
170.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
15.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
77.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Junee →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,922
Census 2021
5,066
▲ 2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$29,900
Personal Income 2021
$37,908
▲ 26.8% 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
$37,908 / yr
$729/wk
Household
$70,408 / yr
$1354/wk
Family
$89,804 / yr
$1727/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,274
Born Overseas 488

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 93
  • 2. England 66
  • 3. New Zealand 53
  • 4. Fiji 39
  • 5. Malaysia 39
  • 6. Taiwan 21
  • 7. Philippines 18
  • 8. United States 11
  • 9. Scotland 9
  • 10. Egypt 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,880
English 1,719
Irish 536
Scottish 361
Australian Aboriginal 250
German 168
Chinese 122
Italian 44
Dutch 42
New Zealander 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,209
Both parents born in Australia
470
Both parents born overseas
283
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.6%
No Religion
23.9%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
258 (5.1%)
5-14 years
534 (10.5%)
15-19 years
254 (5.0%)
20-24 years
307 (6.1%)
25-34 years
783 (15.5%)
35-44 years
714 (14.1%)
45-54 years
647 (12.8%)
55-64 years
639 (12.6%)
65-74 years
529 (10.4%)
75-84 years
305 (6.0%)
85+ years
101 (2.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Junee known for? +

Junee is a medium-sized town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located approximately 40 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga and 470 kilometres south-west of Sydney.

How far is Junee from Wagga Wagga? +

Junee is approximately 40 kilometres from Wagga Wagga. The drive takes around 30 min during peak hour and 30 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 25 min (NSW TrainLink).

Does Junee have public transport? +

Junee is served by Junee Railway Station station (0.5 km, approximately 6 min walk) on the NSW TrainLink Main South Line (Sydney-Melbourne corridor). Local bus services including Local bus also connect residents to Wagga Wagga.

What is the population of Junee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Junee has a population of approximately 5,066 residents.

Is Junee a good place to live? +

Junee offers a unique blend of historic character and residential living. It suits those who appreciate heritage surroundings and a close-knit community, while remaining connected to regional services.

What is the postcode for Junee? +

The postcode for Junee in NSW is 2663.

What is the average income in Junee? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Junee is about $729 per week (around $37,900 per year). The median household income is $1,354 per week and the median family income is $1,727 per week.

What is the median house price in Junee? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $445,000, up 7.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Junee? +

The median age in Junee is 39. The largest age group is 25–34 (783 residents, around 15%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Junee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Junee is part of the Junee 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 Junee? +

In Junee, the median weekly rent is $260, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,251 (2021 Census).