Bywong

NSW 2621 • Rest of NSW

1,342
Population (2021)
$69,056
Median Income
94.39 km²
Area
770m
Elevation

About Bywong

Bywong is a well-established, sought-after suburb in New South Wales, located within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional (Area) area. With a population of 1,342 and a median income of $69,056, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 94.39 km² at an elevation of 770m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Bywong is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Bywong falls under postcode 2621 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2621
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.18°, 149.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
94.39 km²
Elevation
770m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,419
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,322
Census 2021
1,342
1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$55,172
Income 2021
$69,056
25.2% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,110
Born Overseas 193

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 54
  • 2. New Zealand 23
  • 3. United States 14
  • 4. Italy 8
  • 5. Brazil 6
  • 6. Wales 6
  • 7. Papua New Guinea 5
  • 8. Sri Lanka 5
  • 9. China 4
  • 10. Croatia 4
  • 11. Germany 4
  • 12. India 4
  • 13. Ireland 4
  • 14. Netherlands 4
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 599
Australian 524
Scottish 200
Irish 195
German 73
Italian 43
Dutch 34
Australian Aboriginal 28
Chinese 25
Croatian 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

833
Both parents born in Australia
253
Both parents born overseas
214
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.5%
Christianity
46.2%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
38 (2.8%)
5-14 years
182 (13.6%)
15-19 years
98 (7.3%)
20-24 years
52 (3.9%)
25-34 years
86 (6.4%)
35-44 years
146 (10.9%)
45-54 years
263 (19.6%)
55-64 years
225 (16.8%)
65-74 years
168 (12.5%)
75-84 years
61 (4.5%)
85+ years
9 (0.7%)

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