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Wirlinga

NSW 2640 • New South Wales

395
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
41.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversidePeacefulSemi-Rural

About Wirlinga

Wirlinga is a small rural locality in southern New South Wales, situated within the Albury Municipality and sharing the 2640 postcode with the regional city of Albury. Covering approximately 41 square kilometres of rural land, the locality lies within the Murray River region on the NSW-Victoria border, an area known for its agricultural productivity, river red gums, and wide pastoral landscapes. With a population of around 395 at the 2021 Census, Wirlinga is a quiet rural community on the outskirts of one of regional NSW's major centres.

Albury, the nearest major urban centre, provides residents with comprehensive shopping, healthcare, schools, and transport connections including the Albury railway station on the Sydney–Melbourne Main South Line. The surrounding region offers excellent outdoor lifestyle opportunities, including access to the Murray River for fishing and recreation, cycling trails, and the broader Albury-Wodonga area's parks and reserves. Wirlinga suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with the convenience of a regional city close at hand.

Wirlinga falls under postcode 2640 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albury
10 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Albury CBD approx 15-20 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
570 km
By Train
No direct service from Wirlinga; drive to Albury then train to Sydney (approx 5h 30min)
By Car (Peak)
6-6.5 hr to Sydney; 30 min to Albury
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5-6 hr to Sydney; 20-25 min to Albury

🛣️ Albury is the primary service centre; Hume Highway provides access to Sydney and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Wirlinga by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Wirlinga Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Wirlinga" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
395
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wirlinga known for? +

Wirlinga is a quiet rural locality near Albury in the Murray River region of southern New South Wales, characterised by open pastoral and agricultural land. The area forms part of the broader Albury-Wodonga region on the NSW-Victoria border.

How far is Wirlinga from Albury? +

Wirlinga is located within the Albury Municipality, with the Albury city centre approximately 10 to 15 kilometres away, a short drive of 15 to 20 minutes.

Does Wirlinga have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Wirlinga directly. The nearest railway station is Albury, which is on the Main South Line connecting Sydney and Melbourne. A car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Wirlinga? +

Wirlinga had a population of approximately 395 at the 2021 Census, spread across its 41 square kilometre rural area within the Albury local government area in southern NSW.

Is Wirlinga a good place to live? +

Wirlinga suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with easy access to Albury's full range of urban services. The proximity to the Murray River region and the Albury-Wodonga area makes it appealing to those who enjoy outdoor recreation and a relaxed country pace.

What is the postcode for Wirlinga? +

The postcode for Wirlinga is 2640, which it shares with Albury and other surrounding localities in southern NSW.