Austral

NSW 2179 • Greater Sydney

6,847
Population (2021)
$48,360
Median Income
17.66 km²
Area
72m
Elevation

About Austral

Austral is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Liverpool (City) area. With a population of 6,847 and a median income of $48,360, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 17.66 km² at an elevation of 72m, 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. Austral is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Austral falls under postcode 2179 and is governed by Liverpool Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Leppington electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2179
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.92°, 150.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
17.66 km²
Elevation
72m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,535
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
31 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,024
Census 2021
6,847
126.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,884
Income 2021
$48,360
79.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,447
Born Overseas 2,995

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Iraq 386
  • 2. Nepal 297
  • 3. India 276
  • 4. Italy 230
  • 5. Fiji 172
  • 6. Philippines 158
  • 7. Pakistan 133
  • 8. New Zealand 132
  • 9. Vietnam 126
  • 10. Lebanon 124
  • 11. China 85
  • 12. Malta 51
  • 13. Bangladesh 50
  • 14. Cambodia 43
  • 15. England 38

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 923
English 748
Italian 671
Indian 398
Lebanese 358
Chinese 261
Filipino 244
Vietnamese 206
Maltese 145
Croatian 138

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,140
Both parents born in Australia
4,549
Both parents born overseas
584
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.3%
Islam
14.7%
No Religion
11.7%
Hinduism
9.9%
Buddhism
4.3%
Sikhism
1.4%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
747 (10.9%)
5-14 years
988 (14.4%)
15-19 years
342 (5.0%)
20-24 years
384 (5.6%)
25-34 years
1,488 (21.7%)
35-44 years
1,170 (17.1%)
45-54 years
599 (8.7%)
55-64 years
455 (6.6%)
65-74 years
327 (4.8%)
75-84 years
202 (3.0%)
85+ years
140 (2.0%)

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