The Rock

NSW 2655 • Rest of NSW

1,347
Population (2021)
$33,072
Median Income
286.54 km²
Area
220m
Elevation

About The Rock

The Rock is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lockhart (Area) area. With a population of 1,347 and a median income of $33,072, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 286.54 km² at an elevation of 220m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 220m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. The Rock offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

The Rock falls under postcode 2655 and is governed by Lockhart Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2655
Urban Area
Upper Murray
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.27°, 147.12°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
286.54 km²
Elevation
220m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near The Rock, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Main Southern railway, The Rock • SHR #01268

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$245
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,236
Census 2021
1,347
9.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,460
Income 2021
$33,072
5.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,195
Born Overseas 58

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 23
  • 2. New Zealand 12
  • 3. Wales 7
  • 4. Malaysia 6
  • 5. Germany 4
  • 6. China 3
  • 7. Fiji 3
  • 8. Netherlands 3
  • 9. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 630
English 519
Irish 195
Scottish 177
German 89
Australian Aboriginal 69
Italian 27
Chinese 20
Dutch 17
Maltese 7

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,106
Both parents born in Australia
73
Both parents born overseas
72
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
60.3%
No Religion
31.3%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
100 (7.4%)
5-14 years
213 (15.8%)
15-19 years
81 (6.0%)
20-24 years
37 (2.7%)
25-34 years
127 (9.4%)
35-44 years
151 (11.2%)
45-54 years
145 (10.8%)
55-64 years
184 (13.7%)
65-74 years
164 (12.2%)
75-84 years
97 (7.2%)
85+ years
49 (3.6%)

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