Wentworth Falls

NSW 2782 • Greater Sydney

6,428
Population (2021)
$38,480
Median Income
21.04 km²
Area
839m
Elevation

About Wentworth Falls

Wentworth Falls is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Blue Mountains (City) area. With a population of 6,428 and a median income of $38,480, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 21.04 km² at an elevation of 839m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

Situated at an elevation of 839m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Wentworth Falls offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Wentworth Falls falls under postcode 2782 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2782
Urban Area
Katoomba
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 150.38°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
21.04 km²
Elevation
839m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Wentworth Falls, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

1-15 Matcham Avenue Wentworth Falls • SHR #00595
63-67 Falls Road Wentworth Falls • SHR #00401

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,080
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,076
Census 2021
6,428
5.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,812
Income 2021
$38,480
17.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,786
Born Overseas 1,295

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 402
  • 2. New Zealand 119
  • 3. Scotland 65
  • 4. Germany 53
  • 5. United States 50
  • 6. Philippines 32
  • 7. Ireland 28
  • 8. South Africa 26
  • 9. India 25
  • 10. Canada 23
  • 11. Poland 21
  • 12. Italy 19
  • 13. Japan 19
  • 14. China 18
  • 15. France 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,832
Australian 2,176
Irish 1,093
Scottish 896
German 307
Italian 207
Australian Aboriginal 131
Dutch 117
Chinese 113
French 81

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,439
Both parents born in Australia
1,612
Both parents born overseas
1,007
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.5%
Christianity
39.4%
Buddhism
1.8%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
312 (4.9%)
5-14 years
760 (11.8%)
15-19 years
323 (5.0%)
20-24 years
217 (3.4%)
25-34 years
471 (7.3%)
35-44 years
692 (10.8%)
45-54 years
821 (12.8%)
55-64 years
946 (14.7%)
65-74 years
1,090 (17.0%)
75-84 years
568 (8.8%)
85+ years
229 (3.6%)

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