Faulconbridge
NSW 2776 • Greater Sydney
About Faulconbridge
Faulconbridge is a bushland suburb nestled on the Blue Mountains escarpment, approximately 60 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD within the Blue Mountains City local government area. Sitting at an elevation of around 405 metres, it is classified as a Major Urban locality and forms part of the Greater Sydney statistical area. With a population of 4,156 and a median age of 40, the suburb attracts established families and long-term residents who value its quiet, forested character. Median household income is modest by Sydney standards, reflecting a broad mix of working families and professionals.
Faulconbridge is home to the Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum, the former residence of the celebrated Australian artist, making it a place of cultural heritage as well as natural beauty. Residents enjoy access to bushwalking tracks, national park reserves, and the distinctive Blue Mountains lifestyle. The suburb is served by Faulconbridge railway station on the Blue Mountains Line, with trains reaching Sydney's Central Station in approximately 70 to 80 minutes. Affordable housing relative to metropolitan Sydney, a strong community feel, and proximity to the grandeur of the Blue Mountains National Park make it popular with families and those seeking a tree-change within commuting reach of the city.
Faulconbridge falls under postcode 2776 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Busways Route 695/696 — Springwood / Penrith interchange 15-25 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Great Western Highway provides road access; train is the preferred commute option
A bushland suburb with limited local amenity — most residents rely on a car for shopping and services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Faulconbridge Public School ICSEA 1063Grose Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Faulconbridge, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Faulconbridge by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Faulconbridge Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Faulconbridge" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 219
- 2. New Zealand 62
- 3. United States 27
- 4. Germany 22
- 5. South Africa 20
- 6. Netherlands 17
- 7. Scotland 17
- 8. India 13
- 9. Philippines 12
- 10. Ireland 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)