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Camden South

NSW 2570 • Greater Sydney

4,595
Population (2021)
$48,308
Median Income
4.24 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanCommuter BeltEstablishedMid-Range

About Camden South

Camden South is a suburban locality in Sydney's south-western growth corridor, situated within the Camden Council area approximately 55 kilometres from the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 4,600 and a median age of 38, it is an established residential area popular with families and owner-occupiers, reflected in a median household income of around ,000 per week. The suburb covers just over four square kilometres at a gentle elevation of 82 metres, giving it the open, spacious character typical of the Macarthur region.

Camden South is closely tied to the heritage charm of Camden township, with its historic town centre, cafes, and the iconic St John's Church just minutes away. Good access to the Hume Highway and South Western Motorway makes it a practical base for commuters heading into Sydney, while local schools, sporting grounds, and the scenic Camden Valley provide a well-rounded lifestyle for families. The suburb's mix of established homes and growing amenity continues to attract those seeking space and community on Sydney's south-western fringe.

Camden South falls under postcode 2570 and is governed by Camden Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Camden electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2570
Urban Area
Camden
LGA / Council
Camden
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Camden
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.08°, 150.70°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.24 km²
Elevation
82m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Camden South, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Camden Park Estate and Belgenny Farm
Elizabeth Macarthur Avenue, Camden South • SHR #01697

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Camden South by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Camden South Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Camden South" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

8 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,539
Census 2021
4,595
▲ 1.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,832
Income 2021
$48,308
▲ 21.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,930
Born Overseas 528

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 189
  • 2. New Zealand 63
  • 3. Scotland 27
  • 4. Germany 22
  • 5. Ireland 20
  • 6. Netherlands 15
  • 7. Philippines 13
  • 8. Wales 12
  • 9. Poland 10
  • 10. China 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,022
Australian 2,005
Irish 590
Scottish 531
Italian 202
German 180
Australian Aboriginal 170
Maltese 73
Dutch 63
Greek 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,972
Both parents born in Australia
793
Both parents born overseas
696
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
62.5%
No Religion
32.5%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
317 (6.9%)
5-14 years
698 (15.2%)
15-19 years
252 (5.5%)
20-24 years
197 (4.3%)
25-34 years
586 (12.8%)
35-44 years
641 (13.9%)
45-54 years
544 (11.8%)
55-64 years
479 (10.4%)
65-74 years
557 (12.1%)
75-84 years
258 (5.6%)
85+ years
71 (1.5%)

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