Glenwood

NSW 2768 • Greater Sydney

15,829
Population (2021)
$51,168
Median Income
5.12 kmΒ²
Area
84m
Elevation
Family-FriendlyMaster-PlannedMetro AccessMiddle-Class

About Glenwood

Glenwood is a family-focused suburb in Sydney's north-west, where nearly 16,000 residents enjoy newer homes and excellent amenities. Developed since the 1990s, it features parks, good schools, and thoughtful suburban planning. The median income reflects comfortable professional demographics, and the Metro Northwest has improved connectivity.

Glenwood Shopping Village provides local retail, while nearby Bella Vista station connects to the Metro. The schools are well-regarded, parks are plentiful, and the community has a distinctly family-centred character. Glenwood attracts young professional families seeking quality suburban living with modern infrastructure. It's north-west Sydneyβ€”planned, maintained, and genuinely liveable.

Glenwood falls under postcode 2768 and is governed by Blacktown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Winston Hills electorate.

πŸ“ Location

Postcode
2768
Urban Area
Parklea - Glenwood - Acacia Gardens
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74Β°, 150.94Β°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
5.12 kmΒ²
Elevation
84m

πŸ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    60 Glenwood Park Drive Glenwood 2768 NSW

πŸŽ“ Schools

πŸ›οΈ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Glenwood, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

2 Knightsbridge Avenue, Glenwood • SHR #00205

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$590
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.5 people
Median Age
37 years

πŸ‘₯ Demographics

Census 2016
16,130
Census 2021
15,829
1.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,820
Income 2021
$51,168
25.4% increase

Income Comparison

πŸ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
πŸ’° Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,633
Born Overseas 7,947

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 2,965
  • 2. Philippines 641
  • 3. Sri Lanka 474
  • 4. China 435
  • 5. Fiji 277
  • 6. New Zealand 233
  • 7. England 223
  • 8. South Africa 185
  • 9. Malaysia 170
  • 10. South Korea 154
  • 11. Afghanistan 152
  • 12. Pakistan 134
  • 13. Indonesia 118
  • 14. Nepal 114
  • 15. Bangladesh 108

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 3,377
Australian 2,540
English 2,270
Chinese 1,332
Filipino 956
Irish 661
Scottish 522
Italian 445
Sri Lankan 285
German 239

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,113
Both parents born in Australia
11,200
Both parents born overseas
1,243
One parent AU, one overseas

πŸ› Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.3%
No Religion
16.9%
Hinduism
16.6%
Sikhism
11.2%
Islam
5.6%
Buddhism
3.6%
Judaism
0.0%

πŸ“Š Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
800 (5.1%)
5-14 years
2,511 (15.9%)
15-19 years
1,274 (8.0%)
20-24 years
1,167 (7.4%)
25-34 years
1,560 (9.9%)
35-44 years
2,660 (16.8%)
45-54 years
2,512 (15.9%)
55-64 years
1,760 (11.1%)
65-74 years
1,070 (6.8%)
75-84 years
434 (2.7%)
85+ years
82 (0.5%)

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