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Winmalee

NSW 2777 • Greater Sydney

6,388
Population (2021)
$47,216
Median Income
9.06 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
BushlandFamily-FriendlyLeafyCommuter BeltSuburban

About Winmalee

Winmalee is a residential suburb nestled in the lower Blue Mountains, approximately 65 kilometres west of Sydney's CBD within the City of Blue Mountains local government area. With a population of 6,388 and a median age of 40, the suburb has an established community character that appeals to families and long-term residents. Set at an elevation of around 263 metres, the suburb enjoys a cooler mountain climate and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains region.

Local shopping is available at the Coles supermarket on White Cross Road, and the broader amenities of neighbouring Springwood and Penrith are a short drive away. The Blue Mountains National Park borders much of the area, offering bushwalking trails and outdoor recreation for residents. Winmalee's leafy streets and relaxed bush setting attract those seeking a quieter lifestyle within commuting distance of Sydney, with a strong Anglo-Celtic community and a good network of local schools.

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

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2777
Urban Area
Blue Mountains - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Blue Mountains
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Blue Mountains
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.68°, 150.61°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
9.06 km²
Elevation
263m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Shop 1 White Cross Road Winmallee 2777 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 Winmalee by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Winmalee Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

6 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,202
Census 2021
6,388
▲ 3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,740
Income 2021
$47,216
▲ 21.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,418
Born Overseas 879

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 286
  • 2. New Zealand 60
  • 3. Scotland 42
  • 4. United States 42
  • 5. Germany 37
  • 6. South Africa 33
  • 7. Netherlands 31
  • 8. Malta 20
  • 9. Ireland 19
  • 10. Chile 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,913
Australian 2,740
Irish 952
Scottish 831
German 300
Italian 182
Dutch 177
Australian Aboriginal 169
Maltese 114
Polish 79

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,989
Both parents born in Australia
1,225
Both parents born overseas
1,056
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.1%
No Religion
42.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
388 (6.1%)
5-14 years
956 (15.0%)
15-19 years
458 (7.2%)
20-24 years
341 (5.3%)
25-34 years
655 (10.3%)
35-44 years
803 (12.6%)
45-54 years
882 (13.8%)
55-64 years
802 (12.6%)
65-74 years
710 (11.1%)
75-84 years
310 (4.9%)
85+ years
92 (1.4%)

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