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Banksmeadow

NSW 2019 • New South Wales

508
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
4.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
IndustrialHarboursideCBD-AdjacentHistoric

About Banksmeadow

Banksmeadow is a predominantly industrial locality in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, situated 11 kilometres south of the CBD and within the Bayside Council area. Named in honour of the naturalist Sir Joseph Banks — who accompanied Captain James Cook on the 1770 landing at Botany Bay — the suburb sits on the northern shores of Botany Bay near the major container port facilities of Port Botany. With a small residential population of 508 across approximately 3 square kilometres, the suburb is largely characterised by commercial and industrial land use tied to one of Australia's busiest freight hubs.

Despite its industrial character, Banksmeadow includes Botany Beach (Foreshore Beach) along Botany Bay, offering some coastal greenspace, as well as the Botany Golf Club and Banksmeadow Park. The suburb is close to the consumer amenities of Eastgardens Shopping Centre and the residential hubs of Botany and Matraville, providing residents with access to shops, cafes, and services nearby. Bus connections link Banksmeadow to surrounding suburbs and to Mascot station, making it reasonably accessible for a suburb dominated by port-related industry and logistics.

Banksmeadow falls under postcode 2019 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroubra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2019
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Barton
State Electorate
Maroubra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.95°, 151.21°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.16 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mascot Station
3 km
38 min

Bus Services

  • Route 310, 311 — Sydney CBD (Circular Quay) via Botany, Mascot 35-50 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
11 km
By Train
Bus to Mascot then T8 line to Central/Town Hall (approx. 30-40 min total)
By Car (Peak)
20-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Near Sydney Airport and Port Botany; Foreshore Road provides direct access; bus services available to Mascot and Botany

Walkability Car-Dependent

Banksmeadow's industrial character means most residential errands require a car or bus to neighbouring Botany or Eastgardens for shops and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 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 Banksmeadow by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Banksmeadow Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
508
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Banksmeadow known for? +

Banksmeadow is known primarily as an industrial and logistics hub adjacent to Port Botany, one of Australia's busiest container ports. It also has historical significance as part of the area explored by Sir Joseph Banks and Captain James Cook in 1770, from whom the suburb takes its name. The Botany Golf Club and Foreshore Beach (Botany Beach) are notable local features.

How far is Banksmeadow from Sydney CBD? +

Banksmeadow is approximately 11 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD, a drive of around 20-40 minutes depending on traffic. Bus connections via Botany or Mascot provide public transport access to the city.

Does Banksmeadow have public transport? +

Banksmeadow is served by bus routes connecting to Botany, Matraville, and Mascot, where the T8 Airport & South Line train connects to the Sydney CBD. The nearest train station is Mascot, approximately 3 kilometres away.

What is the population of Banksmeadow? +

According to the 2021 Census, Banksmeadow has a population of 508 residents. Given the suburb's predominantly industrial character, residential density is low at around 161 people per square kilometre.

Is Banksmeadow a good place to live? +

Banksmeadow is primarily an industrial area and not a typical residential suburb. The small residential population enjoys proximity to Botany Bay, the Botany Golf Club, and nearby consumer amenities in Botany and Eastgardens, but the industrial and port activities dominate the suburb's character.

What is the postcode for Banksmeadow? +

The postcode for Banksmeadow is 2019, which it shares with Botany and other suburbs in the Bayside Council area of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.