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Eglinton

NSW 2795 • Rest of NSW

3,012
Population (2021)
$48,932
Median Income
63.47 km²
Area
671m
Elevation

About Eglinton

Eglinton is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Bathurst Regional (Area) area. With a population of 3,012 and a median income of $48,932, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 63.47 km² at an elevation of 671m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 671m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Eglinton offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Eglinton falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by Bathurst Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bathurst electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2795
Urban Area
Bathurst
LGA
Bathurst Regional
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Bathurst
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.37°, 149.54°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
63.47 km²
Elevation
671m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Golden Gully and Archway
Golden Gully, Hill End • SHR #00614
Hill End Historic Site
Hill End • SHR #00993
Bridge over Turon River at Wallaby Rocks
Main Road 216, west of Sofala • SHR #01458
Grave of Windradyne
Brucedale, 1361 Sofala Road Sofala • SHR #01714

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$415
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,805
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,256
Census 2021
3,012
▲ 33.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,180
Income 2021
$48,932
▲ 31.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,682
Born Overseas 223

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 46
  • 2. New Zealand 31
  • 3. India 26
  • 4. South Africa 23
  • 5. Nepal 13
  • 6. Netherlands 12
  • 7. Ireland 9
  • 8. Scotland 9
  • 9. South Korea 8
  • 10. United States 5
  • 11. Germany 4
  • 12. Iran 4
  • 13. Malaysia 4
  • 14. Vietnam 4
  • 15. China 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,407
English 1,344
Irish 373
Scottish 333
Australian Aboriginal 150
German 93
Italian 72
Dutch 63
Indian 37
Maltese 29

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,312
Both parents born in Australia
294
Both parents born overseas
307
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.2%
No Religion
34.4%
Hinduism
1.2%
Islam
0.7%
Buddhism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
243 (8.1%)
5-14 years
514 (17.1%)
15-19 years
189 (6.3%)
20-24 years
128 (4.2%)
25-34 years
460 (15.3%)
35-44 years
417 (13.8%)
45-54 years
361 (12.0%)
55-64 years
287 (9.5%)
65-74 years
289 (9.6%)
75-84 years
90 (3.0%)
85+ years
30 (1.0%)

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