Exeter

NSW 2579 • Rest of NSW

1,087
Population (2021)
$45,396
Median Income
51.54 km²
Area
704m
Elevation

About Exeter

Exeter is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wingecarribee (Area) area. With a population of 1,087 and a median income of $45,396, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 51.54 km² at an elevation of 704m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Exeter is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Exeter falls under postcode 2579 and is governed by Wingecarribee Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2579
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.62°, 150.29°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
51.54 km²
Elevation
704m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Exeter, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Golden Vale Road, Sutton Forest • SHR #00489
Old Illawarra Highway, Sutton Forest • SHR #00442
Main Southern railway, Exeter • SHR #01142

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,383
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
53 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
949
Census 2021
1,087
14.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,672
Income 2021
$45,396
27.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 859
Born Overseas 175

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 71
  • 2. New Zealand 20
  • 3. South Africa 8
  • 4. Scotland 7
  • 5. Germany 5
  • 6. Philippines 5
  • 7. Ireland 4
  • 8. Netherlands 4
  • 9. Canada 3
  • 10. Greece 3
  • 11. India 3
  • 12. Italy 3
  • 13. North Macedonia 3
  • 14. Singapore 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 493
Australian 401
Scottish 196
Irish 154
German 42
Italian 28
Greek 16
Dutch 13
Australian Aboriginal 10
Chinese 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

681
Both parents born in Australia
223
Both parents born overseas
139
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.6%
No Religion
39.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
55 (5.1%)
5-14 years
129 (11.9%)
15-19 years
40 (3.7%)
20-24 years
31 (2.9%)
25-34 years
60 (5.5%)
35-44 years
103 (9.5%)
45-54 years
136 (12.5%)
55-64 years
167 (15.4%)
65-74 years
203 (18.7%)
75-84 years
133 (12.2%)
85+ years
16 (1.5%)

Nearby Suburbs