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Mount Austin

NSW 2650 • Rest of NSW

4,035
Population (2021)
$58,448
Median Household Income
2.57 km²
Area
$250/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanAffordableFamily-FriendlyCommuter BeltEstablished

About Mount Austin

Mount Austin is a western residential suburb of Wagga Wagga, situated approximately 4 kilometres from the city centre at an elevation of 224 metres within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area. With a population of 4,035, it is one of the more established and socioeconomically diverse suburbs in the Wagga Wagga urban area, characterised by a mix of housing types and a broad demographic spread. The suburb has a notable Indigenous Australian presence (around 9% of residents), and a significant proportion of households live in social or community housing (18.2%), reflecting its role as a key affordable-housing area within the region.

Mount Austin offers affordable living with median weekly rents of 50, making it one of the more accessible suburbs for renters in the Riverina region. The suburb is primarily served by Busabout Wagga's local bus network and is within reasonable driving distance of Wagga Wagga's main commercial precinct on Baylis and Fitzmaurice Streets. Families are served by nearby schools, and the suburb's position on the western edge of the city provides access to open recreational space. Despite its modest income profile, Mount Austin benefits from Wagga Wagga's growing regional services and healthcare infrastructure, including the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital.

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

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📍 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°, 147.36°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.57 km²
Elevation
224m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$476K
102 sales · ▲ 3.4% 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)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,148
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
18.2%

233 state housing + 52 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Busabout Wagga Route 1, 4 — Wagga Wagga City Centre 10-15 min

Commute to Wagga Wagga City Centre

Distance
4 km
By Train
No direct service; Wagga Wagga Station 4 km away (NSW TrainLink to Sydney ~5.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
8-12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6-10 min

🛣️ Car is primary transport mode; Sydney is approximately 460 km away via Hume and Sturt Highways

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car; limited walking infrastructure and few local amenities within easy walking distance

🛒 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 Mount Austin. 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
3,957
Census 2021
4,035
▲ 2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,792
Personal Income 2021
$31,824
▲ 23.4% 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
$31,824 / yr
$612/wk
Household
$58,448 / yr
$1124/wk
Family
$74,464 / yr
$1432/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,166
Born Overseas 479

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Iraq 155
  • 2. England 47
  • 3. Myanmar 34
  • 4. Malaysia 23
  • 5. New Zealand 19
  • 6. Philippines 19
  • 7. China 14
  • 8. Iran 13
  • 9. Afghanistan 11
  • 10. India 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,585
English 1,476
Irish 407
Scottish 373
Australian Aboriginal 370
German 204
Italian 43
Dutch 33
Chinese 31
Filipino 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,771
Both parents born in Australia
604
Both parents born overseas
244
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.9%
No Religion
33.1%
Islam
1.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
312 (7.7%)
5-14 years
520 (12.9%)
15-19 years
205 (5.1%)
20-24 years
320 (7.9%)
25-34 years
544 (13.5%)
35-44 years
478 (11.8%)
45-54 years
366 (9.1%)
55-64 years
438 (10.9%)
65-74 years
390 (9.7%)
75-84 years
287 (7.1%)
85+ years
179 (4.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Austin known for? +

Mount Austin is a western residential suburb of Wagga Wagga, situated approximately 4 kilometres from the city centre at an elevation of 224 metres within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area.

How far is Mount Austin from Wagga Wagga City Centre? +

Mount Austin is approximately 4 kilometres from Wagga Wagga City Centre. The drive takes around 8-12 min during peak hour and 6-10 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately No direct service; Wagga Wagga Station 4 km away (NSW TrainLink to Sydney ~5.5 hrs).

Does Mount Austin have public transport? +

Mount Austin is served by No rail service in suburb station (null km, approximately N/A walk) on the Nearest: Wagga Wagga Station (NSW TrainLink) approx. 4 km east. Local bus services including Busabout Wagga Route 1, 4 also connect residents to Wagga Wagga City Centre.

What is the population of Mount Austin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Austin has a population of approximately 4,035 residents.

Is Mount Austin a good place to live? +

Mount Austin is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Mount Austin? +

The postcode for Mount Austin in NSW is 2650.

What is the average income in Mount Austin? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mount Austin is about $612 per week (around $31,800 per year). The median household income is $1,124 per week and the median family income is $1,432 per week.

What is the median house price in Mount Austin? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $475,500, up 3.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mount Austin? +

The median age in Mount Austin is 37. The largest age group is 25–34 (544 residents, around 13%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mount Austin a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Austin 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.

How much is rent in Mount Austin? +

In Mount Austin, the median weekly rent is $250, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,148 (2021 Census).