Springwood

NSW 2777 • Greater Sydney

8,423
Population (2021)
$44,460
Median Income
19.39 km²
Area
370m
Elevation

About Springwood

Springwood is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Blue Mountains (City) area. With a population of 8,423 and a median income of $44,460, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 19.39 km² at an elevation of 370m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

Situated at an elevation of 370m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Springwood offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Springwood falls under postcode 2777 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2777
Urban Area
Springwood
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.69°, 150.57°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
19.39 km²
Elevation
370m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Main Western railway, Springwood • SHR #01247
345-347 Great Western Highway Springwood • SHR #00130
39 Hawkesbury Road Springwood • SHR #00371

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,143
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,475
Census 2021
8,423
0.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,544
Income 2021
$44,460
18.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,710
Born Overseas 1,409

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 511
  • 2. New Zealand 114
  • 3. Scotland 65
  • 4. Germany 51
  • 5. United States 48
  • 6. Ireland 39
  • 7. Netherlands 38
  • 8. South Africa 36
  • 9. India 33
  • 10. Philippines 25
  • 11. Poland 22
  • 12. Canada 19
  • 13. Malaysia 17
  • 14. China 16
  • 15. France 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,730
Australian 3,283
Irish 1,313
Scottish 1,191
German 366
Italian 214
Dutch 194
Australian Aboriginal 183
Polish 120
Maltese 105

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,850
Both parents born in Australia
1,818
Both parents born overseas
1,348
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
42.1%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
375 (4.5%)
5-14 years
1,006 (11.9%)
15-19 years
454 (5.4%)
20-24 years
385 (4.6%)
25-34 years
662 (7.9%)
35-44 years
1,005 (11.9%)
45-54 years
1,139 (13.5%)
55-64 years
1,134 (13.5%)
65-74 years
1,095 (13.0%)
75-84 years
691 (8.2%)
85+ years
461 (5.5%)

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