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Renwick

NSW 2575 • Rest of NSW

1,453
Population (2021)
$50,388
Median Income
1.40 km²
Area
$620/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyNew DevelopmentGrowth SuburbCommuter Belt

About Renwick

Renwick is a modern residential suburb located near Moss Vale in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, approximately 120 kilometres south-west of Sydney within the Wingecarribee Shire. Sitting at an elevation of 614 metres on the Southern Tablelands, the suburb was developed in the early 2010s as a master-planned community and is home to 1,453 residents. The area's median household income of around $2,377 per week and substantial average monthly mortgage of $2,522 indicate a predominantly owner-occupier suburb with a young, family-oriented character.

Renwick is particularly popular with young families — the suburb has a high proportion of children under 14 and adults aged 35-44, drawn by the promise of newer, spacious homes in a cool-climate highland setting. Moss Vale train station on the Main South Line is the closest rail access, offering services to Sydney's Central Station, while the Hume Highway via nearby Mittagong provides convenient road access to Sydney and Canberra. The Southern Highlands region surrounds Renwick with rolling green hills, boutique wineries, antique shops in Berrima, and the charming village centres of Moss Vale, Bowral, and Mittagong, making it an appealing entry point into one of regional New South Wales's most sought-after lifestyle regions.

Renwick falls under postcode 2575 and is governed by Wingecarribee Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2575
Urban Area
Wingecaribee
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.45°, 150.47°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.40 km²
Elevation
614m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moss Vale
3.5 km
N/A (car recommended)

Bus Services

  • Busways Southern Highlands local services — Moss Vale / Bowral / Mittagong 10-15 min to Moss Vale

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Approx. 1 hr 55 min to Sydney Central via Main South Line from Moss Vale
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Hume Highway (M31) is the main road route; Moss Vale station offers regular NSW TrainLink services to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Renwick is a newer residential estate where a car is essential — shops, schools, and transport are all a drive away in Moss Vale or Bowral

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Renwick, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Mittagong Railway Station and yard group
Main Southern railway Mittagong • SHR #01195
Post Office (former)
5 Station Street Mittagong • SHR #00631

🔍 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 Renwick by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Renwick Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$620
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,522
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
573
Census 2021
1,453
▲ 153.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,196
Income 2021
$50,388
▲ 25.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,126
Born Overseas 291

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 61
  • 2. India 38
  • 3. New Zealand 31
  • 4. South Africa 17
  • 5. Germany 13
  • 6. Scotland 13
  • 7. United States 11
  • 8. Italy 9
  • 9. Mauritius 9
  • 10. Nepal 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 607
Australian 542
Irish 206
Scottish 174
German 67
Italian 61
Indian 55
Dutch 29
Chinese 27
Australian Aboriginal 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

810
Both parents born in Australia
395
Both parents born overseas
221
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.2%
No Religion
34.5%
Hinduism
3.9%
Buddhism
1.4%
Islam
0.8%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
131 (9.0%)
5-14 years
229 (15.8%)
15-19 years
66 (4.5%)
20-24 years
55 (3.8%)
25-34 years
188 (12.9%)
35-44 years
236 (16.2%)
45-54 years
164 (11.3%)
55-64 years
132 (9.1%)
65-74 years
158 (10.9%)
75-84 years
84 (5.8%)
85+ years
11 (0.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Renwick known for? +

Renwick is known as a newer master-planned residential community on the outskirts of Moss Vale in the Southern Highlands, offering spacious modern homes in a cool-climate setting surrounded by the rolling green hills and boutique lifestyle offerings of the Wingecarribee Shire.

How far is Renwick from Sydney CBD? +

Renwick is approximately 120 kilometres south-west of Sydney's CBD, around a 1 hour 10 minute to 1 hour 30 minute drive via the Hume Highway, or approximately 2 hours by train from Moss Vale station.

Does Renwick have public transport? +

Renwick is closest to Moss Vale train station (Main South Line), approximately 3.5km away, which offers NSW TrainLink services to Sydney Central. Local Busways services connect to Moss Vale and Bowral, but a car is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Renwick? +

According to the 2021 Census, Renwick has a population of approximately 1,453 residents. The suburb has a notably young demographic, with a high proportion of children and adults aged 35-44, reflecting its popularity with young families.

Is Renwick a good place to live? +

Renwick is well-suited to families seeking new, spacious homes in the Southern Highlands lifestyle region, with good highway access to Sydney and proximity to the charming towns of Moss Vale, Bowral, and Mittagong — though a car is essential for day-to-day life.

What is the postcode for Renwick? +

The postcode for Renwick is 2575.