Lawrence

NSW 2460 • Rest of NSW

1,159
Population (2021)
$26,312
Median Income
132.36 km²
Area
11m
Elevation

About Lawrence

Lawrence is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Clarence Valley (Area) area. With a population of 1,159 and a median income of $26,312, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 132.36 km² at an elevation of 11m, 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. Lawrence is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Lawrence falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by Clarence Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2460
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.44°, 153.08°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
132.36 km²
Elevation
11m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,333
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
54 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,046
Census 2021
1,159
10.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,140
Income 2021
$26,312
13.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 975
Born Overseas 88

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 35
  • 2. New Zealand 16
  • 3. Germany 5
  • 4. United States 5
  • 5. Netherlands 4
  • 6. Zimbabwe 4
  • 7. Chile 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 532
English 516
Scottish 157
Irish 139
Australian Aboriginal 69
German 33
Italian 11
Spanish 8
Dutch 5
New Zealander 5

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

866
Both parents born in Australia
97
Both parents born overseas
104
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.3%
No Religion
42.1%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
68 (5.9%)
5-14 years
124 (10.7%)
15-19 years
45 (3.9%)
20-24 years
33 (2.8%)
25-34 years
96 (8.3%)
35-44 years
93 (8.0%)
45-54 years
128 (11.0%)
55-64 years
185 (16.0%)
65-74 years
224 (19.3%)
75-84 years
136 (11.7%)
85+ years
26 (2.2%)

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