Pelaw Main

NSW 2327 • Rest of NSW

1,080
Population (2021)
$32,552
Median Income
9.27 km²
Area
37m
Elevation

About Pelaw Main

Pelaw Main is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Cessnock (City) area. With a population of 1,080 and a median income of $32,552, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 9.27 km² at an elevation of 37m, 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. Pelaw Main is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Pelaw Main falls under postcode 2327 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2327
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.84°, 151.48°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
9.27 km²
Elevation
37m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,447
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,021
Census 2021
1,080
5.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,272
Income 2021
$32,552
28.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 993
Born Overseas 57

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 18
  • 2. Thailand 7
  • 3. New Zealand 5
  • 4. Germany 4
  • 5. Ireland 4
  • 6. Philippines 4
  • 7. Indonesia 3
  • 8. Scotland 3
  • 9. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 496
English 487
Scottish 130
Irish 123
Australian Aboriginal 118
German 40
Italian 30
Filipino 14
Maltese 9
New Zealander 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

882
Both parents born in Australia
75
Both parents born overseas
89
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.4%
No Religion
43.7%
Buddhism
1.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
54 (5.0%)
5-14 years
155 (14.4%)
15-19 years
63 (5.8%)
20-24 years
74 (6.9%)
25-34 years
139 (12.9%)
35-44 years
103 (9.5%)
45-54 years
150 (13.9%)
55-64 years
126 (11.7%)
65-74 years
142 (13.1%)
75-84 years
47 (4.4%)
85+ years
19 (1.8%)

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