South Albury vs West Albury
The verdict
West Albury is more affordable, with a median house price of $636K versus $778K in South Albury. South Albury rates higher for transport (54 vs 35). South Albury is closer to the coast (219.2 km vs 222.4 km). On the separate residential safety score, West Albury rates higher (26 vs 5/100 in South Albury).
Scores
| South Albury | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59 | 49 |
| Transport | 54 | 35 |
| Education | 47 | 50 |
| Liveability | 74 | 63 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| South Albury | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,372 | 3,872 |
| Median age | 40 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,147 | $1,363 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 30.9% | 35.7% |
| Born in Australia | 75.2% | 80.9% |
| Avg household size | 1.8 | 2.2 |
Growth: South Albury Moderate Growth · West Albury Moderate Growth
Property
| South Albury | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $778K | $636K |
| Median unit price | $312K | $419K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 9.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $560 | $560 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| Days on market (house) | 57 | 41 |
Median price history
Safety
| South Albury | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 5 | 26 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 729 | 310 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 583 | 207 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,822 | 1,498 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 24,053 | 9,504 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| South Albury | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 888 | 918 |
See the full school list on each profile: South Albury · West Albury
Transport
| South Albury | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 54 | 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) | 1.6 km | 3.4 km |
Liveability
| South 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 | 6 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 8 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 219.2 km | 222.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 462.6 km | 463.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 3.0 km | 4.5 km |
Population & growth
| South Albury | West Albury | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 1,372 | 3,872 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,348 | 3,804 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,584 | 4,469 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.44% | -0.44% |
Common questions
Which is safer, South Albury or West Albury?
West Albury has the higher residential safety score (South Albury 5/100 vs West Albury 26/100).
Which is more affordable, South Albury or West Albury?
West Albury is more affordable, with a median house price of $636K versus $778K.
Which has better schools, South Albury or West Albury?
West Albury has a higher average school ICSEA (South Albury 888 vs West Albury 918; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, South Albury or West Albury?
South Albury has the higher transport score (South Albury 54/100 vs West Albury 35/100).
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