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Russell Lea

NSW 2046 • Greater Sydney

4,920
Population (2021)
$58,916
Median Income
1.02 km²
Area
20m
Elevation
Heritage CharmWaterfrontAffluentInner West

About Russell Lea

Russell Lea is a quiet, affluent suburb in Sydney's Inner West, situated 8 kilometres west of the CBD on the western shore of Iron Cove. With a population of nearly 5,000, this small residential enclave in the City of Canada Bay is known for its tree-lined streets, heritage Federation homes, and large waterfront properties. Named after pastoralist and politician Russell Barton who developed the original estate, it retains a distinctly village-like character.

The suburb offers a peaceful retreat from inner-city bustle while remaining exceptionally well-connected. Victoria Road provides rapid bus services to the CBD in just 15 minutes, while the scenic Iron Cove foreshore attracts joggers and cyclists. St Andrews Anglican Church anchors the community, and nearby Five Dock and Drummoyne offer comprehensive shopping and dining. Russell Lea attracts established professionals and families who value heritage homes, waterfront access, and a genuine neighbourhood feel within easy reach of the city.

Russell Lea falls under postcode 2046 and is governed by Canada Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Drummoyne electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2046
Urban Area
Canada Bay
LGA
Canada Bay
Federal Electorate
Reid
State Electorate
Drummoyne
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.02 km²
Elevation
20m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 438, 439, 461, M52 — Sydney CBD (Town Hall) 14-20 min
  • 438, 439 — Burwood 15 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
8 km
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Frequent bus services via Victoria Road every 5-10 minutes. No direct train access; nearest station is Burwood.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Residential suburb with local shops; Five Dock and Drummoyne nearby for comprehensive retail.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,290
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,001
Census 2021
4,920
▼ 1.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$47,684
Income 2021
$58,916
▲ 23.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,424
Born Overseas 1,327

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 308
  • 2. England 161
  • 3. China 90
  • 4. Greece 84
  • 5. New Zealand 72
  • 6. Vietnam 42
  • 7. Ireland 41
  • 8. Hong Kong 28
  • 9. Philippines 27
  • 10. India 24
  • 11. United States 23
  • 12. South Africa 21
  • 13. Egypt 20
  • 14. Lebanon 18
  • 15. Germany 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,182
Italian 1,154
Australian 1,152
Irish 553
Chinese 329
Scottish 315
Greek 314
Lebanese 119
German 103
Croatian 88

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,884
Both parents born in Australia
2,113
Both parents born overseas
752
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.5%
No Religion
28.3%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
235 (4.8%)
5-14 years
679 (13.8%)
15-19 years
270 (5.5%)
20-24 years
235 (4.8%)
25-34 years
514 (10.4%)
35-44 years
635 (12.9%)
45-54 years
816 (16.6%)
55-64 years
614 (12.5%)
65-74 years
458 (9.3%)
75-84 years
272 (5.5%)
85+ years
187 (3.8%)

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