Hazelbrook

NSW 2779 • Greater Sydney

5,077
Population (2021)
$41,704
Median Income
12.50 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Blue MountainsBushlandVillageFamily-FriendlyNature

About Hazelbrook

Hazelbrook is a charming Blue Mountains village located approximately 80 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD, at an elevation of 658 metres above sea level. Part of the Blue Mountains City local government area, the suburb has a population of around 3,800 residents. Hazelbrook is known for its lush bushland setting, cooler mountain climate, and strong sense of community. The area features a mix of heritage cottages and contemporary homes nestled among native eucalypt forest.

The village centres around Hazelbrook's main street along the Great Western Highway, offering a small selection of cafés, shops, and local services. Residents enjoy easy access to stunning bushwalks, including tracks leading to waterfalls and lookouts in the surrounding Blue Mountains National Park. Hazelbrook attracts nature lovers, families, and creative professionals seeking a peaceful mountain lifestyle within commuting distance of Sydney. The suburb has a strong arts community and hosts regular markets and community events.

Hazelbrook falls under postcode 2779 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2779
Urban Area
Lawson
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 150.46°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
12.50 km²
Elevation
658m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hazelbrook
0.5 km
6 min
Lawson
2.5 km
30 min
Woodford
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 685 — Springwood / Penrith 25-50 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
1 hr 45 min
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Direct train service via Blue Mountains Line to Central Station.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Village centre is walkable for basics, but most residents rely on cars for shopping and services. Train station provides good Sydney access.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Hazelbrook by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Hazelbrook Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

8 state housing + 20 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,974
Census 2021
5,077
2.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,256
Income 2021
$41,704
18.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,141
Born Overseas 802

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 250
  • 2. New Zealand 69
  • 3. Germany 35
  • 4. United States 31
  • 5. Scotland 29
  • 6. Netherlands 23
  • 7. Thailand 21
  • 8. Philippines 19
  • 9. South Africa 17
  • 10. Poland 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,236
Australian 1,999
Irish 791
Scottish 703
German 269
Australian Aboriginal 219
Dutch 149
Italian 120
Polish 74
Welsh 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,911
Both parents born in Australia
1,080
Both parents born overseas
927
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.9%
Christianity
41.0%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
266 (5.2%)
5-14 years
727 (14.3%)
15-19 years
341 (6.7%)
20-24 years
244 (4.8%)
25-34 years
516 (10.2%)
35-44 years
693 (13.6%)
45-54 years
735 (14.5%)
55-64 years
658 (13.0%)
65-74 years
569 (11.2%)
75-84 years
271 (5.3%)
85+ years
59 (1.2%)

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