Birmingham Gardens

NSW 2287 • Rest of NSW

2,598
Population (2021)
$34,632
Median Income
0.79 km²
Area
20m
Elevation

About Birmingham Gardens

Birmingham Gardens is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Newcastle (City) area. With a population of 2,598 and a median income of $34,632, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 0.79 km² at an elevation of 20m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Birmingham Gardens provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Birmingham Gardens falls under postcode 2287 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wallsend electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2287
Urban Area
Newcastle - Outer West
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.89°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.79 km²
Elevation
20m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
28 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,376
Census 2021
2,598
9.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,568
Income 2021
$34,632
53.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,721
Born Overseas 721

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 120
  • 2. India 73
  • 3. Pakistan 44
  • 4. Vietnam 38
  • 5. England 26
  • 6. Philippines 25
  • 7. New Zealand 23
  • 8. Bangladesh 17
  • 9. Hong Kong 16
  • 10. Nepal 16
  • 11. United States 16
  • 12. Malaysia 15
  • 13. Afghanistan 14
  • 14. South Korea 12
  • 15. Zimbabwe 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 872
Australian 867
Scottish 216
Irish 211
Chinese 190
Australian Aboriginal 127
German 87
Italian 70
Indian 54
Vietnamese 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,384
Both parents born in Australia
803
Both parents born overseas
238
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.7%
Christianity
35.3%
Islam
4.8%
Hinduism
2.8%
Buddhism
2.4%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
138 (5.3%)
5-14 years
200 (7.7%)
15-19 years
203 (7.8%)
20-24 years
499 (19.2%)
25-34 years
618 (23.8%)
35-44 years
285 (11.0%)
45-54 years
218 (8.4%)
55-64 years
195 (7.5%)
65-74 years
113 (4.3%)
75-84 years
70 (2.7%)
85+ years
48 (1.8%)

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