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Lake Hume Village

NSW 3691 • New South Wales

59
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralLakesideRiversideQuiet
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About Lake Hume Village

Lake Hume Village is a small rural locality on the Murray River in New South Wales, situated approximately 320 kilometres south-west of Sydney near the town of Albury on the NSW-Victoria border. The locality covers around 11 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 59 residents at the 2021 Census. It sits alongside Lake Hume — the large reservoir formed by the Hume Weir on the Murray River — offering a waterfront lifestyle surrounded by open farming land.

Albury, approximately 15 kilometres to the north-west, is a major regional city on the Murray and provides comprehensive services including hospitals, major retail, Albury Airport, and V/Line and NSW TrainLink rail connections. Lake Hume is popular for boating, fishing, and water sports, and the Murray Valley region is renowned for its agricultural productivity and tourism appeal. A private vehicle is needed for all local travel.

Lake Hume Village falls under postcode 3691 and is governed by the Albury Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Farrer, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
3691
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Albury
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.09°, 147.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.70 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3691

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3691, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,914
Median 2023–24
$62,499
▲ 22.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,034

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3691; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albury
15 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Albury (approx. 15 km) to Sydney; approx. 6 hours
By Car (Peak)
5.5–6.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5 hours

🛣️ Hume Freeway provides road access; Albury Airport has flights to Sydney and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; car required for all errands to Albury.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
59
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
325.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.3%
Motor vehicle theft
363.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.1%
Non-DV assault
739.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
20.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
842 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Albury →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lake Hume Village known for? +

Lake Hume Village is known for its peaceful waterfront setting on the shores of Lake Hume near Albury, popular for boating, fishing, and enjoying the scenic Murray River reservoir landscape.

How far is Lake Hume Village from Sydney CBD? +

Lake Hume Village is approximately 320 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, around 5.5 to 6.5 hours by road via the Hume Freeway.

Does Lake Hume Village have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Lake Hume Village. Albury (approximately 15 km north-west) has NSW TrainLink and V/Line rail connections to Sydney and Melbourne respectively.

What is the population of Lake Hume Village? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lake Hume Village has a population of approximately 59 residents, a small lakeside community near Albury.

Is Lake Hume Village a good place to live? +

Lake Hume Village suits those seeking a quiet lakeside lifestyle near Albury, with the Murray River reservoir for water sports and Albury's comprehensive regional services and transport links readily accessible.

What is the postcode for Lake Hume Village? +

The postcode for Lake Hume Village, NSW is 3691.

Is Lake Hume Village a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lake Hume Village is part of the Albury 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.