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St Albans

NSW 2775 • New South Wales

161
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
107.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricRuralRemoteRiversideHeritage
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About St Albans

St Albans is a small and historic village nestled in the Macdonald Valley, approximately 94 kilometres north-west of Sydney, within the Hawkesbury local government area of New South Wales. Situated on the banks of the Macdonald River, the locality covers around 107 square kilometres of steep, forested hills and fertile river flats, earning the valley the affectionate local nickname 'The Forgotten Valley.' The area was originally surveyed as the 'Village of Macdonald' in 1837 and officially renamed St Albans in 1841, with a population of approximately 161 at the 2021 Census spread across the broader valley.

The village is famed for the Settlers Arms Inn, a beautifully preserved two-storey sandstone hotel dating to the 1840s that remains one of the most intact historic buildings in rural NSW, accessible by car via Wisemans Ferry Road or by boat along the Macdonald River. The remote and picturesque setting draws visitors seeking bushwalking, canoeing, and heritage tourism, while the small resident community values the valley's deep quiet and rural character. Getting to St Albans requires crossing the Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry, adding to its sense of timeless isolation.

St Albans falls under postcode 2775 and is governed by the Hawkesbury Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Robertson, while state elections fall under the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2775
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hawkesbury
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.31°, 150.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
107.43 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2775

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2775 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,026
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,329

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2775; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
94 km
By Train
No direct train service; requires car to reach nearest station
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs - 2 hrs 30 min via Wisemans Ferry and Old Northern Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hrs via Wisemans Ferry Road

🛣️ Access requires crossing the Hawkesbury River at Wisemans Ferry; road is winding and largely unsealed in parts

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A deeply rural village with no shops, no public transport, and limited services — a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
161
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
148.5 / 100k
2yr Up 59.4% 10yr Down 6.4%
Motor vehicle theft
158.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
337.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
179 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 12.1%
View all 62 offence types for Hawkesbury →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Albans known for? +

St Albans is best known for the Settlers Arms Inn, a two-storey sandstone hotel built in the 1840s that is one of the most historically significant rural pubs in New South Wales. The village is also known for its remote, time-capsule character in the beautiful Macdonald Valley, often called 'The Forgotten Valley.'

How far is St Albans from Sydney CBD? +

St Albans is approximately 94 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, with a typical drive time of 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes depending on traffic and the route taken via Wisemans Ferry.

Does St Albans have public transport? +

There is no scheduled bus or rail service to St Albans. The village is accessible only by car or boat via the Macdonald River. A vehicle is essential for all travel to and from the village.

What is the population of St Albans? +

According to the 2021 Census, St Albans and the surrounding valley had a population of approximately 161 people, making it one of the smaller inhabited localities in the Hawkesbury region.

Is St Albans a good place to live? +

St Albans suits those who actively seek a remote, off-the-grid lifestyle surrounded by nature. It offers breathtaking river scenery, heritage character, and deep quiet, but requires self-sufficiency — there are no supermarkets, schools, or medical facilities in the village itself.

What is the postcode for St Albans? +

The postcode for St Albans is 2775, which it shares with several surrounding Hawkesbury locality areas.

Is St Albans a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Albans is part of the Hawkesbury 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.