Colyton

NSW 2760 • Greater Sydney

8,770
Population (2021)
$37,076
Median Income
3.36 km²
Area
51m
Elevation

About Colyton

Colyton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Penrith (City) area. With a population of 8,770 and a median income of $37,076, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.36 km² at an elevation of 51m, 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. Colyton delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Colyton falls under postcode 2760 and is governed by Penrith Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Londonderry electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2760
Urban Area
Penrith - Outer East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.78°, 150.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.36 km²
Elevation
51m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,439
Census 2021
8,770
3.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,292
Income 2021
$37,076
14.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,717
Born Overseas 2,461

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 259
  • 2. New Zealand 240
  • 3. Fiji 190
  • 4. India 164
  • 5. England 146
  • 6. Lebanon 112
  • 7. Samoa 82
  • 8. Afghanistan 74
  • 9. Turkey 57
  • 10. Sri Lanka 56
  • 11. Pakistan 53
  • 12. Croatia 47
  • 13. Greece 43
  • 14. Malta 42
  • 15. Iraq 39

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,539
English 2,203
Australian Aboriginal 514
Irish 510
Scottish 495
Filipino 362
Indian 332
Lebanese 276
Maltese 265
Italian 251

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,487
Both parents born in Australia
3,686
Both parents born overseas
956
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.2%
No Religion
25.3%
Islam
6.7%
Hinduism
3.7%
Buddhism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
607 (6.9%)
5-14 years
1,232 (14.0%)
15-19 years
582 (6.6%)
20-24 years
613 (7.0%)
25-34 years
1,183 (13.5%)
35-44 years
1,211 (13.8%)
45-54 years
1,135 (12.9%)
55-64 years
960 (10.9%)
65-74 years
758 (8.6%)
75-84 years
390 (4.4%)
85+ years
96 (1.1%)

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