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Toronto

NSW 2283 • Rest of NSW

5,973
Population (2021)
$30,212
Median Income
9.33 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
LakesideRetiree-HavenQuietAffordableEstablished

About Toronto

Toronto is a lakeside town in the City of Lake Macquarie, situated on the western shore of Lake Macquarie approximately 130 kilometres north of Sydney in New South Wales. With a population of around 5,973 and a median age of 50, it is a predominantly Australian-born community with an older demographic profile and a meaningful Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of around 8 per cent. The median household income of $1,170 per week reflects its regional character, with housing typically consisting of detached family homes across a generous 9.3 square kilometre area.

Toronto's town centre offers essential retail, cafes, and services along The Boulevarde, with the lake foreshore providing a scenic setting for walking, fishing, and recreational boating. The suburb is serviced by regular buses to Newcastle and is within easy reach of the Hunter region's amenities, including major hospitals and the University of Newcastle. Known for its relaxed pace and strong local identity, Toronto appeals to retirees and sea-changers seeking affordable lakeside living with good community connections.

Toronto falls under postcode 2283 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2283
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
LGA / Council
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Lake Macquarie
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.01°, 151.58°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
9.33 km²
Elevation
81m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    The Boulevard Toronto 2283 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Pemell St And Brighton Avenues Toronto 2283 NSW

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Toronto by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Toronto Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,616
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
50 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
12.3%

266 state housing + 31 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,602
Census 2021
5,973
▲ 6.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,896
Income 2021
$30,212
▲ 16.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,925
Born Overseas 709

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 207
  • 2. New Zealand 82
  • 3. Philippines 37
  • 4. Germany 31
  • 5. Scotland 28
  • 6. Netherlands 24
  • 7. South Africa 20
  • 8. India 18
  • 9. Malaysia 12
  • 10. United States 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,595
Australian 2,442
Scottish 650
Irish 627
Australian Aboriginal 466
German 209
Italian 111
Dutch 64
Chinese 61
Welsh 59

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,094
Both parents born in Australia
910
Both parents born overseas
575
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.4%
No Religion
42.3%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
295 (4.9%)
5-14 years
575 (9.6%)
15-19 years
312 (5.2%)
20-24 years
302 (5.1%)
25-34 years
667 (11.2%)
35-44 years
516 (8.6%)
45-54 years
683 (11.4%)
55-64 years
785 (13.1%)
65-74 years
923 (15.5%)
75-84 years
620 (10.4%)
85+ years
294 (4.9%)

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