Calderwood

NSW 2527 • Rest of NSW

3,013
Population (2021)
$58,552
Median Income
14.25 km²
Area
43m
Elevation

About Calderwood

Calderwood is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Shellharbour (City) area. With a population of 3,013 and a median income of $58,552, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 14.25 km² at an elevation of 43m, 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. Calderwood is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Calderwood falls under postcode 2527 and is governed by Shellharbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2527
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.56°, 150.73°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
14.25 km²
Elevation
43m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$580
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,470
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
30 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
173
Census 2021
3,013
1641.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,184
Income 2021
$58,552
42.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,558
Born Overseas 411

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 77
  • 2. India 56
  • 3. Philippines 39
  • 4. New Zealand 23
  • 5. South Africa 14
  • 6. Ireland 13
  • 7. North Macedonia 13
  • 8. Netherlands 11
  • 9. Fiji 10
  • 10. Scotland 8
  • 11. Malta 7
  • 12. United States 7
  • 13. Egypt 6
  • 14. Italy 6
  • 15. China 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,352
English 1,165
Scottish 245
Irish 238
Italian 143
Australian Aboriginal 127
German 118
Indian 103
Spanish 77
Maltese 72

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,816
Both parents born in Australia
661
Both parents born overseas
470
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.8%
No Religion
40.4%
Hinduism
1.0%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
387 (12.8%)
5-14 years
487 (16.2%)
15-19 years
127 (4.2%)
20-24 years
130 (4.3%)
25-34 years
789 (26.2%)
35-44 years
498 (16.5%)
45-54 years
216 (7.2%)
55-64 years
189 (6.3%)
65-74 years
146 (4.8%)
75-84 years
30 (1.0%)
85+ years
6 (0.2%)

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