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Lake Albert

NSW 2650 • Rest of NSW

6,291
Population (2021)
$47,164
Median Income
24.54 km²
Area
204m
Elevation

About Lake Albert

Lake Albert is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wagga Wagga (City) area. With a population of 6,291 and a median income of $47,164, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 24.54 km² at an elevation of 204m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 204m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Lake Albert offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Lake Albert 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 - South
LGA
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.17°, 147.39°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
24.54 km²
Elevation
204m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,625
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,192
Census 2021
6,291
▲ 1.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,376
Income 2021
$47,164
▲ 22.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,686
Born Overseas 414

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 100
  • 2. New Zealand 43
  • 3. South Africa 22
  • 4. China 19
  • 5. United States 19
  • 6. Netherlands 18
  • 7. India 16
  • 8. Iraq 16
  • 9. Sri Lanka 13
  • 10. Germany 12
  • 11. Croatia 10
  • 12. Philippines 10
  • 13. Scotland 10
  • 14. Ireland 8
  • 15. Myanmar 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,782
English 2,739
Irish 926
Scottish 813
German 356
Australian Aboriginal 301
Italian 103
Dutch 82
Chinese 49
Welsh 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,050
Both parents born in Australia
521
Both parents born overseas
505
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
65.5%
No Religion
28.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
324 (5.2%)
5-14 years
898 (14.3%)
15-19 years
427 (6.8%)
20-24 years
292 (4.6%)
25-34 years
628 (10.0%)
35-44 years
703 (11.2%)
45-54 years
775 (12.3%)
55-64 years
799 (12.7%)
65-74 years
838 (13.3%)
75-84 years
458 (7.3%)
85+ years
146 (2.3%)

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