Lethbridge Park

NSW 2770 • Greater Sydney

4,730
Population (2021)
$27,248
Median Income
1.62 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
AffordableWestern SydneyMulticulturalCommunity-Focused

About Lethbridge Park

Lethbridge Park is a suburb in Greater Western Sydney, located 47 km west of the Sydney CBD within the City of Blacktown local government area. With a population of around 4,730, the suburb covers 1.6 square kilometres and is part of the Mount Druitt area. Developed as public housing in the 1970s, the suburb has a young, diverse population with a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. The area has been undergoing gradual renewal and community development.

Lethbridge Park features local parks, a community centre, and is close to the Mount Druitt Town Centre for major shopping and services. The suburb has several primary schools and is served by nearby Whalan and Mount Druitt facilities. Community organisations play an active role in the area, providing youth programs and support services. Residents include young families and long-term community members who value the affordable housing and neighbourhood connections. Ongoing investment in local infrastructure has been improving the suburb's amenities.

Lethbridge Park falls under postcode 2770 and is governed by Blacktown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Druitt electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2770
Urban Area
Lethbridge Park
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 150.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.62 km²
Elevation
45m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lethbridge Park Station
0.8 km
10 mins
Whalan Station
1.2 km
15 mins
Mount Druitt Station
2.5 km
30 mins

Bus Services

  • 753 — Mount Druitt to Penrith 25-30 mins
  • 756 — Mount Druitt Station loop 10-15 mins

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
47 km
By Train
60-75 mins
By Car (Peak)
55-75 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 mins

🛣️ T1 Western Line provides direct train access to Parramatta and Sydney CBD; M4/M7 motorways nearby

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Train station within walking distance; local parks nearby but limited retail; Mount Druitt Town Centre a short drive away

🛒 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 Lethbridge Park by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Lethbridge Park Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
29.6%

440 state housing + 14 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,752
Census 2021
4,730
0.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,596
Income 2021
$27,248
10.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,095
Born Overseas 1,094

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 212
  • 2. Samoa 116
  • 3. Philippines 102
  • 4. England 81
  • 5. Fiji 68
  • 6. Lebanon 27
  • 7. Pakistan 26
  • 8. Malta 22
  • 9. Egypt 21
  • 10. India 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,482
English 1,269
Australian Aboriginal 493
Samoan 270
Irish 251
Scottish 249
Filipino 128
Maori 96
Indian 86
Maltese 86

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,012
Both parents born in Australia
1,551
Both parents born overseas
549
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.7%
No Religion
31.1%
Islam
3.3%
Hinduism
1.7%
Buddhism
1.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
381 (8.1%)
5-14 years
778 (16.4%)
15-19 years
331 (7.0%)
20-24 years
375 (7.9%)
25-34 years
662 (14.0%)
35-44 years
534 (11.3%)
45-54 years
581 (12.3%)
55-64 years
463 (9.8%)
65-74 years
322 (6.8%)
75-84 years
253 (5.3%)
85+ years
47 (1.0%)

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