Lawson
NSW 2783 • Greater Sydney
About Lawson
Lawson is a historic Blue Mountains town and suburb located approximately 80 kilometres west of Sydney, sitting at an elevation of around 885 metres. With a population of about 2,600, it is one of the original settlement towns on the Great Western Highway, retaining much of its heritage character with an eclectic mix of historic cottages and more modern homes. The suburb falls within the City of Blue Mountains local government area and is known for its relaxed mountain lifestyle away from the city hustle. Median ages tend to be higher, reflecting an established community of long-term residents and tree-changers.
Lawson offers a charming village atmosphere with a redeveloped town centre featuring cafes, boutique shops, and essential services along the Great Western Highway. The suburb is surrounded by the Blue Mountains National Park, providing exceptional bushwalking, scenic lookouts, and nature access right from residents' doorsteps. Lawson railway station offers regular Blue Mountains Line services to Sydney Central in around 90 minutes, making it viable for occasional CBD commuters. The community has a creative and alternative character, attracting artists, retirees, and young families who value nature, community, and affordable housing relative to Sydney.
Lawson falls under postcode 2783 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
- 695 — Katoomba / Blackheath (local connector) 20-40 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Best accessed by train for Sydney commuters. Great Western Highway provides car access; M4 motorway begins at Penrith.
The Lawson village centre, train station, and local parks are reachable on foot. Surrounding bushland adds excellent walking for recreation, though a car is needed for major shopping.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Lawson Public School ICSEA 1000Wilson St
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254 Great Western Highway
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Lawson, 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 Lawson by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Lawson Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lawson" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
10 state housing + 15 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 150
- 2. New Zealand 49
- 3. Germany 20
- 4. Philippines 19
- 5. United States 18
- 6. Scotland 13
- 7. Canada 12
- 8. Netherlands 9
- 9. Ireland 8
- 10. China 7
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)