Yass

NSW 2582 • Rest of NSW

6,763
Population (2021)
$45,084
Median Income
99.73 km²
Area
504m
Elevation

About Yass

Yass is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Yass Valley (Area) area. With a population of 6,763 and a median income of $45,084, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 99.73 km² at an elevation of 504m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 504m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Yass offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Yass falls under postcode 2582 and is governed by Yass Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2582
Urban Area
Southern Tablelands
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.82°, 148.91°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
99.73 km²
Elevation
504m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Comur & Polding Street Yass 2582 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 10 heritage-listed places in or near Yass, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Yass Valley Way, Yass • SHR #01496
Yass Town Tramway, Yass • SHR #01293
Burrinjuck • SHR #00958
Main Southern Railway • SHR #01291
Main Road, Wee jasper • SHR #01485
Yass Town Tramway, Yass • SHR #01292
101 Comur Street Yass • SHR #01422
Burrinjuck • SHR #00959
Main Southern railway Bowning • SHR #01096

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,773
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,506
Census 2021
6,763
4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,856
Income 2021
$45,084
19.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,796
Born Overseas 627

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 182
  • 2. New Zealand 56
  • 3. India 31
  • 4. Germany 28
  • 5. Ireland 27
  • 6. Scotland 23
  • 7. South Africa 21
  • 8. Philippines 20
  • 9. United States 19
  • 10. Vietnam 15
  • 11. Canada 14
  • 12. Sri Lanka 12
  • 13. Thailand 12
  • 14. Netherlands 10
  • 15. Bangladesh 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,176
English 2,838
Irish 947
Scottish 740
Australian Aboriginal 327
German 271
Dutch 114
Italian 108
Polish 49
Welsh 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,822
Both parents born in Australia
807
Both parents born overseas
773
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.3%
No Religion
35.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
380 (5.6%)
5-14 years
933 (13.8%)
15-19 years
378 (5.6%)
20-24 years
329 (4.9%)
25-34 years
746 (11.0%)
35-44 years
841 (12.4%)
45-54 years
871 (12.9%)
55-64 years
820 (12.1%)
65-74 years
767 (11.3%)
75-84 years
452 (6.7%)
85+ years
252 (3.7%)

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