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Shalvey

NSW 2770 • Greater Sydney

3,455
Population (2021)
$28,600
Median Income
1.58 km²
Area
46m
Elevation

About Shalvey

Shalvey is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Blacktown (City) area. With a population of 3,455 and a median income of $28,600, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.58 km² at an elevation of 46m, 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. Shalvey delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

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

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2770
Urban Area
Shalvey - Willmot
LGA
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Chifley
State Electorate
Mount Druitt
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 150.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.58 km²
Elevation
46m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
32 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,467
Census 2021
3,455
▼ 0.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,480
Income 2021
$28,600
▲ 12.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,174
Born Overseas 822

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 120
  • 2. Samoa 98
  • 3. England 60
  • 4. Fiji 41
  • 5. Philippines 41
  • 6. Afghanistan 27
  • 7. Lebanon 27
  • 8. Malta 21
  • 9. Bangladesh 19
  • 10. India 17
  • 11. Iraq 17
  • 12. Pakistan 15
  • 13. China 12
  • 14. Germany 11
  • 15. Scotland 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 909
English 807
Australian Aboriginal 392
Samoan 218
Irish 187
Scottish 154
German 90
Maltese 74
Maori 73
Filipino 63

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,376
Both parents born in Australia
1,247
Both parents born overseas
344
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.3%
No Religion
28.0%
Islam
7.0%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
269 (7.8%)
5-14 years
598 (17.3%)
15-19 years
286 (8.3%)
20-24 years
236 (6.8%)
25-34 years
438 (12.7%)
35-44 years
399 (11.5%)
45-54 years
443 (12.8%)
55-64 years
333 (9.6%)
65-74 years
292 (8.5%)
75-84 years
142 (4.1%)
85+ years
11 (0.3%)

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