Carss Park

NSW 2221 • Greater Sydney

1,265
Population (2021)
$47,476
Median Income
0.63 km²
Area
22m
Elevation

About Carss Park

Carss Park is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Georges River (Area) area. With a population of 1,265 and a median income of $47,476, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.63 km² at an elevation of 22m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Carss Park delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Carss Park falls under postcode 2221 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kogarah electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2221
Urban Area
Kogarah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.99°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.63 km²
Elevation
22m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

74 Carwar Avenue Carss Park • SHR #00587

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$288
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,252
Census 2021
1,265
1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,816
Income 2021
$47,476
29.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 893
Born Overseas 346

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 66
  • 2. Greece 34
  • 3. England 30
  • 4. Lebanon 19
  • 5. Egypt 17
  • 6. New Zealand 17
  • 7. North Macedonia 16
  • 8. Vietnam 11
  • 9. Thailand 9
  • 10. Germany 7
  • 11. Ireland 6
  • 12. Italy 6
  • 13. Turkey 6
  • 14. Brazil 5
  • 15. Hong Kong 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 271
Greek 245
Australian 240
Chinese 128
Italian 98
Irish 86
Lebanese 86
Scottish 63
Macedonian 50
German 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

452
Both parents born in Australia
594
Both parents born overseas
187
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
67.8%
No Religion
22.1%
Islam
3.6%
Buddhism
3.1%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
46 (3.6%)
5-14 years
173 (13.7%)
15-19 years
91 (7.2%)
20-24 years
62 (4.9%)
25-34 years
111 (8.8%)
35-44 years
130 (10.3%)
45-54 years
187 (14.8%)
55-64 years
179 (14.2%)
65-74 years
142 (11.2%)
75-84 years
112 (8.9%)
85+ years
27 (2.1%)

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