Suburbs Charles Sturt University

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Charles Sturt University NSW — Suburb Profile

Population, median income, rent prices, housing costs and demographics for Charles Sturt University, New South Wales. ABS Census 2021.

The population of Charles Sturt University NSW is 433 according to the 2021 Census. The median personal income in Charles Sturt University is $317 per week ($16,484 per year). Median rent in Charles Sturt University is $315 per week ($1,365 per month). Charles Sturt University has a median age of 20 years, younger than the national median of 38. Charles Sturt University has a population density of 123.4 people per km².

The most common overseas birthplace in Charles Sturt University is India. The most common religion is No Religion (47% of residents). After English, the most spoken language is Malayalam.

There were 9 recorded offences in Charles Sturt University in 2025-26, a rate of 21 offences per 1,000 people. The most common offence category was theft (6 offences).

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📍 Charles Sturt University, New South Wales — 35.0579°S, 147.3625°E

Crime: Low Med High 🏫 Schools (3)

Charles Sturt University Population

0
residents (Census 2021)

Charles Sturt University Median Income & Rent

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Median Income
$317/wk
$16,484 per year
#8836 of 14,663
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Median Rent
$315/wk
$1,365 per month
#4253 of 14,663
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Median Age
20years
18 years younger than national median
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Mortgage
$0/mo
Avg household size: 2 · 0.6 per bedroom

Charles Sturt University Demographics

Gender Split

Male 31.0% (135) Female 69.0% (300)

Population Density

123.4
people per km²
433 people · 3.5 km²

Households

2
Avg household size
0.6
Persons per bedroom
$2,750
Family income/wk

Charles Sturt University Age Distribution

15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
♂ Male ♀ Female

Source: ABS Census 2021 — Suburb & Locality (SAL)

Charles Sturt University Country of Birth

Australia
97.4%
India
2.6%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G09 — Country of Birth by SAL

Charles Sturt University Religion

No Religion
47.3%
Catholic
26.1%
Anglican
12.1%
Not stated
4.4%
Uniting Church
3.4%
Christian (other)
2.5%
Christinty Prsbytrin Refrmd
2.2%
Buddhism
2.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G14 — Religion by SAL

Charles Sturt University Education Level

Year 12 or equivalent
98.1%
Year 11 or equivalent
1.9%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G16 — Highest Year of School by SAL

Charles Sturt University Languages Spoken at Home

Malayalam
33.3%
Other
33.3%
Hindi
33.3%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G13 — Language Spoken at Home by SAL

Charles Sturt University Employment

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Employed full-time
4.0% 16 people
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Employed part-time
39.2% 156 people
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Unemployed
12.1% 48 people
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Not in labour force
44.7% 178 people

Source: ABS Census 2021 G46 — Labour Force Status by SAL

Charles Sturt University Qualifications

Certificate III/IV
40.7%
Certificate I/II
18.6%
Bachelor Degree
16.8%
Advanced Diploma/Diploma
16.8%
Postgraduate Degree
7.1%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G49 — Non-School Qualification by SAL

Charles Sturt University Occupation

Community & Personal Service
29.5%
Technicians & Trade Workers
23.0%
Sales Workers
14.8%
Labourers
13.1%
Professionals
9.8%
Clerical & Administrative
9.8%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G51 — Industry of Employment by Occupation

Charles Sturt University Field of Study

Agriculture & Environment
33.8%
Health
20.0%
Management & Commerce
16.9%
Society & Culture
10.8%
Food, Hospitality & Personal Services
9.2%
Education
4.6%
Creative Arts
4.6%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G51 — Field of Study by SAL

Charles Sturt University Marital Status

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Married
0.9% 4
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Never married
99.1% 432

Source: ABS Census 2021 G05 — Marital Status by SAL

Charles Sturt University Ancestry

Australian
37.6%
English
24.7%
Scottish
8.4%
Irish
8.1%
Other
6.2%
Italian
3.5%
Aboriginal Australianralian
2.7%
German
2.3%
Indian
2.1%
Dutch
2.0%
Chinese
1.4%
Greek
1.1%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G08 — Ancestry by SAL

Charles Sturt University Need for Assistance

♿
Needs assistance
0.7% 6
✅
No need for assistance
99.3% 841

Source: ABS Census 2021 G18 — Core Activity Need for Assistance by SAL

Charles Sturt University Volunteering

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Volunteer
37.1% 160
—
Not a volunteer
62.9% 271

Source: ABS Census 2021 G23 — Voluntary Work by SAL

Charles Sturt University How People Get to Work

Car (driver)
61.8%
Did not go to work
36.6%
Walked only
1.6%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G62 — Method of Travel to Work by SAL

Charles Sturt University Population Mobility

84.7%
moved in the last year
96.3%
moved in the last 5 years
19.0%
unemployment rate (Census)
56.7%
labour force participation

Source: ABS Census 2021 G43 — Summary by SAL

Charles Sturt University Indigenous Population

2.6%
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander
22
Indigenous residents
815
Non-Indigenous residents

Source: ABS Census 2021 G07 — Indigenous Status by SAL

Charles Sturt University Long-term Health Conditions

Mental health
57
Asthma
23
Cancer
4
Kidney disease
3

Source: ABS Census 2021 G19 — Long-term Health Conditions by SAL

Charles Sturt University Personal Weekly Income Distribution

$0 or less/wk
15.8%
$1-$149/wk
16.5%
$150-$299/wk
30.0%
$300-$399/wk
8.4%
$400-$499/wk
4.8%
$500-$649/wk
7.1%
$650-$799/wk
9.7%
$800-$999/wk
3.9%
$1,000-$1,249/wk
1.9%
$1,250-$1,499/wk
1.0%
$1,750-$1,999/wk
1.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G17 — Personal Income by SAL

Charles Sturt University Family Structure

Couple — no children
100.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G29 — Family Composition by SAL

Charles Sturt University Military Service

🏅
Previously served
1.4% 6
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Never served
98.6% 424

Source: ABS Census 2021 G22 — ADF Service by SAL

Charles Sturt University Unpaid Carers

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Provided unpaid assistance
5.3% 23
—
Did not provide
94.7% 407

Source: ABS Census 2021 G25 — Unpaid Assistance by SAL

Charles Sturt University Children Ever Born

No children
100.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G28 — Children Ever Born by SAL

Charles Sturt University When Migrants Arrived

1991–2000
4
2001–2010
15
2011–2015
5
2017
3
2019
7

Source: ABS Census 2021 G10 — Year of Arrival by SAL

Charles Sturt University Unpaid Domestic Work

Less than 5 hours
43.5%
5–14 hours
23.7%
15–29 hours
1.9%
30+ hours
0.9%
Did not do domestic work
30.0%

Source: ABS Census 2021 G24 — Unpaid Domestic Work by SAL

Charles Sturt University Where Residents Moved From

Moved from NSW
243
Moved from VIC
74
Same address
66
Moved from ACT
13
Moved — same area (SA2)
9
Moved from QLD
8
Moved from TAS
7
Moved from overseas
4
Moved from WA
3
Moved from SA
3

Source: ABS Census 2021 G44 — Address 1 Year Ago by SAL

Charles Sturt University Crime Statistics

Reported offences in 2025-26 — 9 total

Theft
6
Assault
1
Other Against Person
1
Other Against Property
1

Offence trend by year:

2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025

Source: NSW BOCSAR — bocsar.nsw.gov.au

Charles Sturt University Schools

3
schools nearby
1
government
1062
avg ICSEA score
1,402
total students
The Riverina Anglican College Independent
Combined · K-12 · 1,000 students
1104
ICSEA
Estella Public School Government
Primary · K-6 · 402 students
1019
ICSEA
Aspect Riverina School, Wagga Campus Independent
Combined

Source: ACARA — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority, 2025. ICSEA = Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (national average 1000).

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Charles Sturt University Rent Prices & Affordability

11%
of income
Affordable
Household Income $2,750/wk
Median Rent $315/wk
Rent-to-Income 11.5%

Rent is under 25% of household income — generally considered affordable.

If you earn X in Charles Sturt University

≈ $11,917/month
Median rent $315/wk
Left after rent $2,435/wk
Rent share 11.5%

Cheaper alternatives with similar incomes

Callaghan
Income: $302/wk

Charles Sturt University vs State & National Average

Nearby Suburbs in NSW

Lower Boro
Pop: 217 Income: $749/wk Rent: $210/wk
Bishops Bridge
Pop: 218 Income: $762/wk Rent: $185/wk
Brocklesby
Pop: 218 Income: $720/wk Rent: $158/wk
Dalwood (Ballina - NSW)
Pop: 218 Income: $814/wk Rent: $380/wk
Georges Plains
Pop: 218 Income: $873/wk Rent: $290/wk
Hannam Vale
Pop: 218 Income: $694/wk Rent: $350/wk

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Frequently Asked Questions About Charles Sturt University

What is the population of Charles Sturt University NSW?

The population of Charles Sturt University NSW is 433 according to the ABS Census 2021.The suburb has a population density of 123.4 people per km².Charles Sturt University is ranked #5,264 out of 14,663 suburbs by population.

What is the median income in Charles Sturt University?

The median personal income in Charles Sturt University NSW is $317 per week, or $16,484 per year.The median household income is $2,750 per week.Family income is $2,750 per week.Charles Sturt University is ranked #8,836 by income out of 14,663 Australian suburbs.

How much is rent in Charles Sturt University?

Median rent in Charles Sturt University NSW is $315 per week ($1,365 per month).Rent represents 11.5% of household income, which is considered affordable.Charles Sturt University ranks #4,253 out of 14,663 suburbs by rent.

What is the median age in Charles Sturt University?

The median age in Charles Sturt University NSW is 20 years.This is younger than the national median age of 38 years.

Is Charles Sturt University a good suburb to live in?

Charles Sturt University is a suburb in New South Wales with a population of 433.The median income is $317/wk, which is below the NSW average of $781/wk.Rent affordability is rated as affordable (11.5% of household income). See the full suburb profile above for detailed statistics.

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Data: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. SA2 area: 10883. All dollar figures in AUD.