Albury
Albury scores well on lifestyle & amenity (64/100) but only 27/100 on core operations — a gap worth watching.
"Border city partnership — Albury-Wodonga's combined lifestyle on the Murray River"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 56,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
44 out of 100
#59 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#97 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 46/100 |
| Community Services | 40/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 64/100 |
| Core Operations | 27/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Albury performs strongest in lifestyle and amenity investment (better than 64% of peers), with room to improve in core service delivery (currently at the 27th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Border city partnership — Albury-Wodonga's combined lifestyle on the Murray River
Albury sits on the Murray River opposite Wodonga, forming a twin city that offers genuine regional city amenity. The combined population gives scale that neither town could achieve alone.
Known For
- Murray River lifestyle — walking, cycling, and water sports
- MAMA — Murray Art Museum Albury
- Albury Botanic Gardens
- Border city amenity — two states, one community
Living Here
Albury-Wodonga together offer one of regional Australia's best lifestyle propositions. Hospital, university, strong schools, and Murray River recreation.
Hidden Gem
Nail Can Hill walking trails — bushland walks with Murray Valley views just minutes from the city centre.