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Splitters Creek

NSW 2640 • New South Wales

312
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCar-DependentQuietAffordable
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About Splitters Creek

Splitters Creek is a rural locality on the western outskirts of Albury in southern New South Wales, sharing postcode 2640 with the Albury urban area. Situated approximately 10 kilometres west of Albury's town centre within the local government area of the City of Albury, the locality borders Victoria to the south and is defined by the Riverina Highway along its edges. With a population of around 312 residents spread across approximately 33 square kilometres, Splitters Creek is characterised by agricultural land, rural lifestyle properties, and scattered homesteads.

The locality attracts buyers seeking large acreage blocks and a quiet rural lifestyle within easy reach of Albury's full range of services, schools, and employment. Properties along Splitters Creek Road and Bretton Road offer alluvial soils and red loam country suitable for grazing and hobby farming. Residents commute into Albury for work and shopping, with the city accessible by car in under 15 minutes. The broader Albury–Wodonga region offers hospital facilities, universities, and a range of retail and dining options.

Splitters Creek falls under postcode 2640 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 Albury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2640
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Albury
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Albury
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.02°, 147.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.83 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2640

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2640, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,056
Median 2023–24
$58,825
▲ 22.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,191

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2640; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albury
10 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus services — Albury CBD 10-15 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
565 km
By Train
Drive to Albury Station (~10 km), then ~5.5 hours by train to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
10-15 min to Albury CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min to Albury CBD

🛣️ Albury is the practical urban hub; Sydney and Melbourne accessible by train from Albury Station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Entirely rural with no local services; all daily needs require driving to Albury

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
312
▲ 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 Splitters Creek. 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 Splitters Creek known for? +

Splitters Creek is known for its rural lifestyle blocks and acreage properties on Albury's western fringe. The area is popular with buyers seeking space and a peaceful country setting while remaining close to Albury's full range of services.

How far is Splitters Creek from Albury? +

Splitters Creek is approximately 10 kilometres west of Albury's town centre, typically a 10 to 15 minute drive via the Riverina Highway.

Does Splitters Creek have public transport? +

There are no regular local bus services in Splitters Creek. Albury Station (approximately 10 km away) provides intercity rail connections to Sydney and Melbourne. A car is essential for day-to-day life in the locality.

What is the population of Splitters Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Splitters Creek has a population of approximately 312 residents, living across a rural area of around 33 square kilometres on the outskirts of Albury.

Is Splitters Creek a good place to live? +

Splitters Creek is well-suited to those who want rural acreage living with the convenience of a nearby regional city. It offers privacy, space, and quality soils, while Albury's schools, hospital, shopping, and employment are just minutes away by car.

What is the postcode for Splitters Creek? +

The postcode for Splitters Creek, New South Wales is 2640, shared with Albury and its surrounding localities.

Is Splitters Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Splitters Creek 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.