Wallerawang

NSW 2845 • Rest of NSW

2,019
Population (2021)
$34,632
Median Income
67.07 km²
Area
953m
Elevation

About Wallerawang

Wallerawang is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lithgow (City) area. With a population of 2,019 and a median income of $34,632, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 67.07 km² at an elevation of 953m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Wallerawang is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Wallerawang falls under postcode 2845 and is governed by Lithgow Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bathurst electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2845
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.43°, 150.04°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
67.07 km²
Elevation
953m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 6 heritage-listed places in or near Wallerawang, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Main Western railway, Wallerawang • SHR #01282
Main Western railway, Rydal • SHR #01053
Main Street, Wallerawang • SHR #01702
Main Western Railway, Wallerawang • SHR #01064
Main Western Railway • SHR #01263
Main Western railway, Rydal • SHR #01239

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$275
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,980
Census 2021
2,019
2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,288
Income 2021
$34,632
22.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,780
Born Overseas 146

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 23
  • 2. New Zealand 14
  • 3. Scotland 11
  • 4. Germany 10
  • 5. India 10
  • 6. United States 9
  • 7. China 8
  • 8. Philippines 8
  • 9. Sri Lanka 8
  • 10. Netherlands 6
  • 11. Iraq 4
  • 12. Malaysia 4
  • 13. Chile 3
  • 14. Fiji 3
  • 15. Hong Kong 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 910
Australian 829
Scottish 242
Irish 226
Australian Aboriginal 176
German 76
Italian 31
Chinese 27
Dutch 26
Polish 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,582
Both parents born in Australia
198
Both parents born overseas
139
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.3%
No Religion
41.8%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
118 (5.8%)
5-14 years
315 (15.6%)
15-19 years
126 (6.2%)
20-24 years
98 (4.9%)
25-34 years
238 (11.8%)
35-44 years
226 (11.2%)
45-54 years
242 (12.0%)
55-64 years
284 (14.1%)
65-74 years
241 (11.9%)
75-84 years
96 (4.8%)
85+ years
26 (1.3%)

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