Lewisham

NSW 2049 • Greater Sydney

4,060
Population (2021)
$69,888
Median Income
0.64 km²
Area
25m
Elevation

About Lewisham

Lewisham is a well-established, sought-after suburb in New South Wales, located within the Inner West (Area) area. With a population of 4,060 and a median income of $69,888, the suburb attracts professionals, young families, and career-focused individuals. Covering 0.64 km² at an elevation of 25m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Lewisham delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Lewisham falls under postcode 2049 and is governed by Inner West Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newtown electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2049
Urban Area
Marrickville
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.90°, 151.15°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.64 km²
Elevation
25m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Lewisham, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

The Boulevarde, Lewisham • SHR #01640
Grosvenor Crescent East, Summer Hill • SHR #01326
Great Southern and Western Railway, Lewisham/Summer Hill • SHR #01043

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,817
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,164
Census 2021
4,060
28.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$48,204
Income 2021
$69,888
45.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,522
Born Overseas 1,316

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 168
  • 2. England 149
  • 3. New Zealand 89
  • 4. Italy 67
  • 5. Philippines 49
  • 6. Vietnam 49
  • 7. India 44
  • 8. Ireland 43
  • 9. United States 42
  • 10. Hong Kong 41
  • 11. Greece 36
  • 12. Malaysia 31
  • 13. Thailand 30
  • 14. Germany 25
  • 15. Indonesia 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,149
Australian 1,056
Irish 562
Chinese 426
Scottish 363
Italian 284
Greek 150
German 126
Indian 82
Filipino 77

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,452
Both parents born in Australia
1,672
Both parents born overseas
631
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.2%
Christianity
30.7%
Buddhism
3.3%
Hinduism
1.0%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
212 (5.2%)
5-14 years
338 (8.3%)
15-19 years
131 (3.2%)
20-24 years
293 (7.2%)
25-34 years
1,098 (27.0%)
35-44 years
722 (17.8%)
45-54 years
450 (11.1%)
55-64 years
348 (8.6%)
65-74 years
252 (6.2%)
75-84 years
132 (3.3%)
85+ years
92 (2.3%)

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