Griffith

Griffith ranks =92nd of 128 overall in NSW, with community services the area most needing attention.

"Riverina food capital — Italian heritage, wine, and irrigated farming riches"

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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 27,340

Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high

Overall Score

45 out of 100

#55 of 79 regional councils in NSW

#92 in New South Wales

Score Breakdown

CategoryScore
Sustainability51/100
Community Services38/100
Lifestyle & Amenity50/100
Core Operations41/100

What This Means For You

Among regional councils, Griffith performs strongest in Sustainability (scoring 51 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Community Services (currently 38 out of 100).

What Makes This Place Unique

Riverina food capital — Italian heritage, wine, and irrigated farming riches

Griffith is a prosperous Riverina town with strong Italian heritage that's shaped its food, wine, and culture.

Known For

  • De Bortoli and McWilliam's wineries
  • Italian heritage — food, wine, festivals
  • Irrigated farming — rice, citrus, grapes
  • Festival of Gardens

Living Here

Griffith offers excellent food and wine culture for a regional town, thanks to its Italian heritage. Affordable and community-minded.

Hidden Gem

La Scala — Griffith's Italian restaurant scene is authentic and affordable, rivalling city venues.