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Barden Ridge

NSW 2234 • Greater Sydney

4,129
Population (2021)
$162,968
Median Household Income
5.60 km²
Area
$685/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyBushlandSemi-RuralEstablishedCommuter Belt

About Barden Ridge

Barden Ridge is a quiet, semi-rural residential suburb in Sydney's south, located approximately 35 kilometres south of the CBD within the Sutherland Shire Council area. With a population of around 4,129 and an elevation of 122 metres, the suburb sits on elevated bushland terrain at the southern fringe of the metropolitan area. The median household income of $3,134 per week reflects a comfortable, predominantly owner-occupied community, with a median age of 41 suggesting a mature, well-established resident base. Housing is largely detached family homes on generous blocks, giving the suburb a spacious, semi-rural feel.

Residents enjoy proximity to Royal National Park and the natural bushland that defines much of the southern Shire's character. While the suburb lacks a train station, bus services connect to nearby Loftus and Engadine on the Illawarra Line, and the area is well-served by arterial roads including the Princes Highway. Local amenities are concentrated in nearby Engadine and Miranda, which offer major shopping centres, schools, and services. Barden Ridge suits families and those seeking a quieter, bush-adjacent lifestyle within reach of Sydney's south.

Barden Ridge falls under postcode 2234 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Holsworthy electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2234
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sutherland Shire
Federal Electorate
Hughes
State Electorate
Holsworthy
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.04°, 151.00°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
5.60 km²
Elevation
122m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Barden Ridge for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.74M
43 sales · ▼ 0.6% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.3M
13 sales · ▲ 0% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$685
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,641
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

6 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Loftus
2.5 km
N/A
Engadine
3 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 951, 952 — Engadine / Sutherland 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
Bus to Engadine then T4 Illawarra Line, approx 55 min to City Circle
By Car (Peak)
45-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; Princes Highway and F6 Motorway provide main road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A semi-rural suburb with limited footpath connectivity; a car is essential for daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Sutherland Shire Local Government Area, which contains Barden Ridge. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
82.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Motor vehicle theft
49.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%
Non-DV assault
243.5 / 100k
2yr Up 16.2% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
6.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
101.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%
View all 62 offence types for Sutherland Shire →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,329
Census 2021
4,129
▼ 4.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$44,148
Personal Income 2021
$53,716
▲ 21.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$53,716 / yr
$1033/wk
Household
$162,968 / yr
$3134/wk
Family
$163,540 / yr
$3145/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,446
Born Overseas 644

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 117
  • 2. China 41
  • 3. South Africa 41
  • 4. New Zealand 26
  • 5. Italy 25
  • 6. United States 21
  • 7. Lebanon 20
  • 8. Philippines 19
  • 9. North Macedonia 18
  • 10. Scotland 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,576
Australian 1,569
Irish 493
Scottish 412
Italian 254
Greek 152
German 146
Chinese 129
Maltese 81
Lebanese 70

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,445
Both parents born in Australia
1,008
Both parents born overseas
616
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
68.1%
No Religion
27.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
216 (5.2%)
5-14 years
535 (13.0%)
15-19 years
338 (8.2%)
20-24 years
344 (8.3%)
25-34 years
387 (9.4%)
35-44 years
429 (10.4%)
45-54 years
634 (15.4%)
55-64 years
688 (16.7%)
65-74 years
381 (9.2%)
75-84 years
122 (3.0%)
85+ years
63 (1.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barden Ridge known for? +

Residents enjoy proximity to Royal National Park and the natural bushland that defines much of the southern Shire's character.

How far is Barden Ridge from Sydney CBD? +

Barden Ridge is approximately 35 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 45-65 min in peak hour and 35-45 min off-peak.

Does Barden Ridge have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Loftus (2.5 km away, approximately N/A walk) on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. Bus services include Route 951, 952, running to Engadine / Sutherland in approximately 10-15 min.

What is the population of Barden Ridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Barden Ridge has a population of 4,129 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Barden Ridge a good place to live? +

Barden Ridge is well-suited to families, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. While the suburb lacks a train station, bus services connect to nearby Loftus and Engadine on the Illawarra Line, and the area is well-served by arterial roads including the Princes Highway.

What is the postcode for Barden Ridge? +

The postcode for Barden Ridge is 2234. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Barden Ridge? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Barden Ridge is about $1,033 per week (around $53,700 per year). The median household income is $3,134 per week and the median family income is $3,145 per week.

What is the median house price in Barden Ridge? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,735,000, down 0.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,300,000, up 0% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Barden Ridge? +

The median age in Barden Ridge is 41. The largest age group is 55–64 (688 residents, around 17%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Barden Ridge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Barden Ridge is part of the Sutherland Shire LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Barden Ridge? +

In Barden Ridge, the median weekly rent is $685, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,641 (2021 Census).