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Ebenezer

NSW 2756 • Greater Sydney

1,081
Population (2021)
$43,472
Median Income
21.86 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
RuralHistoricHeritageFamily-Friendly

About Ebenezer

Ebenezer is a historic rural locality in the Hawkesbury City local government area, situated approximately 60 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD on the Hawkesbury River flood plains within the Greater Sydney statistical region. With a population of 1,081 across nearly 22 square kilometres, the area combines historic pastoral character with semi-rural residential living. The suburb is best known as home to one of Australia's oldest surviving churches — Ebenezer Church, a Presbyterian church built in 1809 — which stands as a significant heritage landmark and testament to the area's long colonial history.

Residents of Ebenezer enjoy a rural-residential lifestyle within reach of broader Hawkesbury Valley townships such as Windsor and Wilberforce, which offer schools, shopping, and services. The locality sits in the fertile Hawkesbury flood plain, surrounded by agricultural properties and market gardens that have characterised the region since European settlement. While median household incomes (,261 per week) are broadly in line with outer Sydney, the high median mortgage reflects the strong land values found even in the rural-residential fringes of Greater Sydney. It appeals to families and those seeking semi-rural space without completely leaving the Sydney metropolitan catchment.

Ebenezer falls under postcode 2756 and is governed by Hawkesbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hawkesbury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2756
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hawkesbury
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Hawkesbury
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.52°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
21.86 km²
Elevation
37m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Windsor
9 km
N/A — requires car

Bus Services

  • CDC Bus services (limited) — Windsor / Richmond 15–20 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
Drive to Windsor (approx. 9 km), then Richmond Line to Central (approx. 1 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Windsor Road (Route 40) and the M7/M2 motorways provide access to Sydney. Park & Ride available at Windsor station.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality where a car is essential for all daily needs; no walkable retail or services within the suburb itself.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Ebenezer, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Ebenezer Church (Uniting), Old Schoolhouse, Cemetery & Tree
Coromandel Road, Ebenezer • SHR #00138
Old Great North Road, Between Devine's Hill and Mount Manning
between , Wiseman's Ferry and Mount Manning • SHR #00991
St Albans Bridge over MacDonald River
Main Road 181, St Albans • SHR #01480
Price Morris Cottage
37 Upper Macdonald Road St. Albans • SHR #01444

🔍 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 Ebenezer by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Ebenezer Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
38 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
993
Census 2021
1,081
▲ 8.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,776
Income 2021
$43,472
▲ 21.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 939
Born Overseas 96

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 35
  • 2. New Zealand 15
  • 3. South Korea 5
  • 4. South Africa 4
  • 5. Scotland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 501
English 445
Scottish 123
Irish 90
Maltese 71
Italian 39
Australian Aboriginal 34
German 22
Dutch 20
Lebanese 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

747
Both parents born in Australia
148
Both parents born overseas
141
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
62.5%
No Religion
32.9%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
61 (5.6%)
5-14 years
161 (14.9%)
15-19 years
83 (7.7%)
20-24 years
85 (7.9%)
25-34 years
110 (10.2%)
35-44 years
132 (12.2%)
45-54 years
166 (15.4%)
55-64 years
121 (11.2%)
65-74 years
88 (8.1%)
75-84 years
64 (5.9%)
85+ years
6 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ebenezer NSW known for? +

Ebenezer is best known for Ebenezer Church, a Presbyterian church built in 1809 and widely regarded as one of the oldest surviving churches in Australia. The area is also known for its historic pastoral character in the Hawkesbury Valley and fertile flood plain farmland.

How far is Ebenezer from Sydney CBD? +

Ebenezer is approximately 60 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, typically a 55-minute to 1 hour 45 minute drive depending on traffic via Windsor Road and the M7/M2 motorways.

Does Ebenezer have public transport? +

Public transport is limited in Ebenezer. The nearest train station is Windsor, approximately 9 kilometres away, on the Richmond Line with services to Sydney's Central Station. Bus services in the area are infrequent, and a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Ebenezer? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ebenezer has a population of 1,081 residents. The suburb has a median age of 38 and a strong family-oriented demographic, with an average household size of 3.3 persons.

Is Ebenezer NSW a good place to live? +

Ebenezer suits families and individuals who value a rural-residential lifestyle with historical character, located within the Greater Sydney catchment. It offers space, farmland scenery, and proximity to the Hawkesbury Valley's towns, though a car is essential and the commute to the CBD is considerable.

What is the postcode for Ebenezer NSW? +

The postcode for Ebenezer, New South Wales is 2756.