Glenroy (Albury) vs West Albury
The verdict
West Albury is more affordable, with a median house price of $636K versus $665K in Glenroy (Albury). West Albury rates higher for liveability (63 vs 57). West Albury is closer to the coast (222.4 km vs 224.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, Glenroy (Albury) rates higher (72 vs 26/100 in West Albury).
Scores
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 46 | 49 |
| Transport | 35 | 35 |
| Education | 47 | 50 |
| Liveability | 57 | 63 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,528 | 3,872 |
| Median age | 45 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,557 | $1,363 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.1% | 35.7% |
| Born in Australia | 84.5% | 80.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.2 |
Growth: Glenroy (Albury) Moderate Growth · West Albury Moderate Growth
Property
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $665K | $636K |
| Median unit price | $409K | $419K |
| House price YoY | 9.7% | 9.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $560 | $560 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Days on market (house) | 39 | 41 |
Median price history
Safety
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 72 | 26 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 142 | 310 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 227 | 207 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 368 | 1,498 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,571 | 9,504 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 918 |
See the full school list on each profile: Glenroy (Albury) · West Albury
Transport
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 35 | 35 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 4.3 km | 3.4 km |
Liveability
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 31.0°C | 31.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 13.0°C | 13.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 700 | 700 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 12 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 4 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 224.4 km | 222.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 461.2 km | 463.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.6 km | 4.5 km |
Population & growth
| Glenroy (Albury) | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,528 | 3,872 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,603 | 3,804 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,361 | 4,469 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.53% | -0.44% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Glenroy (Albury) or West Albury?
Glenroy (Albury) has the higher residential safety score (Glenroy (Albury) 72/100 vs West Albury 26/100).
Which is more affordable, Glenroy (Albury) or West Albury?
West Albury is more affordable, with a median house price of $636K versus $665K.
Which has better public transport, Glenroy (Albury) or West Albury?
Glenroy (Albury) and West Albury have similar transport scores.
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