Buxton

NSW 2571 • Greater Sydney

2,071
Population (2021)
$41,236
Median Income
12.79 km²
Area
385m
Elevation

About Buxton

Buxton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wingecarribee (Area) area. With a population of 2,071 and a median income of $41,236, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 12.79 km² at an elevation of 385m, 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. Buxton is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Buxton falls under postcode 2571 and is governed by Wingecarribee Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2571
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.26°, 150.54°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
12.79 km²
Elevation
385m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Buxton, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Main Southern railway, Couridjah • SHR #01121

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,102
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
33 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,028
Census 2021
2,071
2.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,544
Income 2021
$41,236
9.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,783
Born Overseas 186

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 62
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. Philippines 9
  • 4. United States 8
  • 5. Malta 7
  • 6. Germany 6
  • 7. Ireland 5
  • 8. Scotland 5
  • 9. Canada 4
  • 10. Croatia 4
  • 11. India 4
  • 12. Italy 4
  • 13. Lebanon 4
  • 14. Netherlands 4
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 983
English 858
Irish 188
Scottish 170
Australian Aboriginal 122
Italian 77
German 71
Dutch 45
Maltese 45
Croatian 20

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,411
Both parents born in Australia
290
Both parents born overseas
271
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.1%
No Religion
40.9%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
154 (7.4%)
5-14 years
289 (14.0%)
15-19 years
173 (8.4%)
20-24 years
140 (6.8%)
25-34 years
313 (15.1%)
35-44 years
256 (12.4%)
45-54 years
291 (14.1%)
55-64 years
262 (12.7%)
65-74 years
135 (6.5%)
75-84 years
45 (2.2%)
85+ years
6 (0.3%)

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