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Arcadia

NSW 2159 • Greater Sydney

1,475
Population (2021)
$47,840
Median Income
22.41 km²
Area
210m
Elevation

About Arcadia

Arcadia is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Hornsby (Area) area. With a population of 1,475 and a median income of $47,840, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 22.41 km² at an elevation of 210m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

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. Arcadia is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Arcadia falls under postcode 2159 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2159
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Hornsby
Federal Electorate
Berowra
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.61°, 151.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
22.41 km²
Elevation
210m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$485
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,300
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,385
Census 2021
1,475
▲ 6.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,144
Income 2021
$47,840
▲ 19.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,174
Born Overseas 245

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 71
  • 2. New Zealand 30
  • 3. South Africa 15
  • 4. Scotland 14
  • 5. China 13
  • 6. Italy 12
  • 7. Lebanon 11
  • 8. Germany 9
  • 9. Malaysia 7
  • 10. Croatia 6
  • 11. Philippines 6
  • 12. South Korea 5
  • 13. Greece 4
  • 14. Poland 4
  • 15. India 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 665
Australian 528
Irish 173
Scottish 165
Italian 104
Lebanese 52
German 50
Dutch 33
Chinese 24
Polish 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

834
Both parents born in Australia
356
Both parents born overseas
235
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.9%
No Religion
33.6%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
63 (4.3%)
5-14 years
185 (12.5%)
15-19 years
133 (9.0%)
20-24 years
69 (4.7%)
25-34 years
129 (8.7%)
35-44 years
139 (9.4%)
45-54 years
223 (15.1%)
55-64 years
213 (14.4%)
65-74 years
179 (12.1%)
75-84 years
119 (8.1%)
85+ years
28 (1.9%)

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