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Stanbridge

NSW 2705 • New South Wales

204
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
73.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet
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About Stanbridge

Stanbridge is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated within the Leeton Shire Council local government area approximately 20 kilometres west of the town of Leeton. Located in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA), the locality is embedded in one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions, where the flat plains are fed by irrigation channels supporting crops including rice, citrus, and vegetables. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 204, reflecting the community's small rural character.

Stanbridge and its surrounds are defined by the flat, working agricultural landscape of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, with irrigation channels, crop paddocks, and processing facilities forming the local backdrop. The area is home to food manufacturing operations that reflect the region's strong agricultural economy. Residents travel to Leeton for everyday services including shops, schools, and medical care, while the larger centre of Griffith, approximately 50 kilometres to the south-west, provides a wider range of retail and commercial amenities.

Stanbridge falls under postcode 2705 and is governed by the Leeton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Farrer, while state elections fall under the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2705
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Leeton
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.49°, 146.37°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
73.03 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2705

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2705, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,326
Median 2023–24
$55,359
▲ 19.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,601

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2705; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Leeton / Griffith Approx 20 min to Leeton by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
590 km
By Train
No direct train; CountryLink coach from Leeton to Sydney (approx 8 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
6–7 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hrs

🛣️ Located in the Riverina; car is the primary mode of transport; Leeton is the nearest service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Agricultural locality with no commercial services; all daily needs require a car to Leeton or Griffith

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
204
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
454.6 / 100k
2yr Up 85.7% 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
402.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
498.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
314.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Leeton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stanbridge known for? +

Stanbridge is known for its location in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA), one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions. The locality is surrounded by irrigated farmland producing rice, citrus, and other crops, and is associated with food manufacturing operations in the broader area.

How far is Stanbridge from Leeton? +

Stanbridge is approximately 20 kilometres west of Leeton, the nearest service town, making it about a 20-minute drive. It sits about 6 kilometres east of Whitton and roughly 590 kilometres south-west of Sydney.

Does Stanbridge have public transport? +

Stanbridge has no rail service and no regular bus services. The nearest public transport connections are in Leeton, about 20 kilometres to the east, which has CountryLink coach services to Sydney. A private vehicle is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Stanbridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Stanbridge has a population of 204 residents. It is a small rural locality in the Leeton Shire Council area, typical of the farming communities found across the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area.

Is Stanbridge a good place to live? +

Stanbridge suits those looking for a quiet rural lifestyle in the productive Riverina region. The locality offers affordable living in a tight-knit farming community, with Leeton providing nearby schools, shops, and services, and Griffith offering a wider range of amenities about 50 kilometres to the south-west.

What is the postcode for Stanbridge? +

The postcode for Stanbridge is 2705, which it shares with several other localities in the Leeton Shire Council area, including Leeton itself and neighbouring rural communities in the Riverina.

Is Stanbridge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Stanbridge is part of the Leeton 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.