Grenfell, NSW 2810 — Suburb Profile

Last reviewed: · By Knowburb Research Team

In short

Grenfell is a suburb of New South Wales, postcode 2810, home to 2,600 residents with a settled, mature community. Located in the Forbes local government area (Outer Regional Australia) and roughly 291 km from the Sydney CBD.

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Snapshot

Median rent$200 /wk
Population2,600
Median age54
Area878 km²
To CBD291 km
LGAWeddin

Demographics

Population
2,600
Median age
54 years
Median household income
$991 /week
Median personal income
$554 /week
Median family income
$1,370 /week
Average household size
2.1
Persons per bedroom
0.7
Local government area
Weddin
Statistical region (SA4)
Central West
Remoteness classification
Outer Regional Australia
Federal electorate
Riverina
Source: ABS QuickStats
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Property & cost of living

Median rent
$200 /week
Median monthly mortgage
$1,083
Rent share of household income
20%

Schools

  • The Henry Lawson High School Secondary · Government
  • Grenfell Public School Primary · Government

Transport

  • Within 800 m walk: 52 bus stops
  • Within 1.6 km: 97 bus stops

Closest stops:

  • Young St After Forbes St bus · 64 m
  • Forbes St At Young St bus · 122 m
  • Forbes St After Young St bus · 143 m
  • Weddin St Before Young St bus · 158 m
  • Forbes St At Dagmar St bus · 199 m

Lifestyle & amenities

  • 5 cafés
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 pubs and bars
  • 14 parks and reserves
  • 6 gyms and fitness centres
  • 1 library
  • 1 supermarket
  • 12 playgrounds

Counts within roughly 3 km of the suburb centre. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Climate

Climate normals from the Bureau of Meteorology.

NBN & connectivity

Fibre to the Node serves 89.9% of the 1,412 resolvable premises in Grenfell. Most premises here connect via fibre to a street cabinet, then copper into the home. Speeds depend heavily on the copper run length — NBN 100 is rarely achievable on long runs.

  • Fibre to the Premises: 0.8%
  • Fibre to the Node: 89.9%
  • Fixed Wireless: 1.3%
  • Sky Muster (Satellite): 8.1%

Snapshot 2026-04-28. Tech mix from Luke Prior's NBN upgrade map (MIT licensed). Verify any specific address on NBN Co's address tool.

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Safety

  • Recorded offences: 140 across postcode 2810 in the year to Dec 2025 (down 19% on the prior year).
  • Most common categories: 49 violent offences, 27 theft, 19 property damage.

Nearby suburbs

Frequently asked questions

What is the population of Grenfell?

Grenfell (NSW 2810) had 2,600 residents at the most recent ABS Census. The median age is 54. It sits within the Weddin local government area.

What is the median rent in Grenfell?

The median advertised rent in Grenfell is $200/week, based on SQM Research listings data. Rents vary by property type, bedrooms and condition.

Are there schools in Grenfell?

Yes — 2 schools are listed within or near Grenfell covering government sectors. Nearest include: The Henry Lawson High School (0.7 km), Grenfell Public School (0.8 km). School data sourced from ACARA and state education departments.

What NBN technology is available in Grenfell?

Grenfell is predominantly served by Fibre to the Node (89.9% of premises). Coverage data is sourced from the NBN upgrade map aggregated from NBN Co address checks.

How safe is Grenfell?

Across postcode 2810, 140 offences were recorded in the 12 months to Dec 2025. The most common offence categories were violent (49), theft (27), property damage (19). Crime statistics are recorded by area (postcode or LGA), not by individual suburb. Data sourced from each state's crime statistics agency.

What public transport options are in Grenfell?

97 public transport stops are mapped within 1.6 km of the Grenfell centroid. Within 800 m, you'll find 52 bus stops. Stop data is sourced from state government GTFS feeds.

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