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Stroud, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Stroud is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 917. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
917 Population 2/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
29.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,483 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$20,483 median income, 4.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population917
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,483
Per Capita$20,483
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$180,200
Rent$901
Ownership85.5%
Housing Units367

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Population917
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates-32.4037°, 151.9670°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation29.2 inches (740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,483
Median Age48.0 years

About Stroud

Stroud is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 917. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Stroud has a population of 917 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 478.7 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

917
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
478.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Stroud vs Australia Average

The median household income in Stroud is $20,483, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,483 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $394, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 87 business establishments.

Income: Stroud vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,483
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,483
Avg Weekly Wage$394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)87

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Stroud is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 85.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 367 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.5%
Owner-Occupied85.5%
Renter-Occupied14.5%
Housing Units367

Property Tax

Stroud enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area478.7 sq mi (1,239.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-32.4037°N, 151.9670°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.2"
23% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.94"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 93 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 92 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 114 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 114 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 118 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 109 km
Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 113 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 122 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 36 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 117 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 129 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 104 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 10 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 107 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 5.6 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
November 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in

Stroud has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and August the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Stroud

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stroud Public School
Stroud Public School
Stroud Road Public School
Booral Public School
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Radio Stations near Stroud

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps
2BOB Radio 104.7FM MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Stroud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Clarence Town and District Historical Museum
Court House Museum
Dungog Museum
Stroud Court House Museum

Libraries in Stroud

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bulahdelah Library0.0
Dungog Library0.0
Stroud Library0.0

Cafes in Stroud

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonza's Cafe
Stroud Milk Bar & Cafe

Gas Stations in Stroud

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3300429009
AU #4982563809
Booral Service Centre

Breweries in Stroud

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rustic brewery

Airports Near Stroud

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Taree AirportTROMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Forster (Wallis Is) AirportFOTSmall Airport
Gloucester AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Old Bar Heritage AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Stroud

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Stroud Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stroud

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Barnabas Anglican Church
The Church of St John

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stroud

What is the population of Stroud?

Stroud has a population of 917 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 478.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Stroud expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,483, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Stroud?

Stroud enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches.

How is the job market in Stroud?

Stroud has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $394. There are 87 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Stroud?

The median home value in Stroud is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 85.5%.

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