Cardiff

NSW 2285 • Rest of NSW

6,318
Population (2021)
$40,560
Median Income
5.16 km²
Area
18m
Elevation

About Cardiff

Cardiff is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 6,318 and a median income of $40,560, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.16 km² at an elevation of 18m, 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 Cardiff provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Cardiff falls under postcode 2285 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2285
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - North
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.94°, 151.66°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
5.16 km²
Elevation
18m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$375
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,830
Census 2021
6,318
8.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,396
Income 2021
$40,560
25.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,432
Born Overseas 672

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 135
  • 2. New Zealand 69
  • 3. India 49
  • 4. Philippines 41
  • 5. Germany 35
  • 6. Italy 23
  • 7. United States 20
  • 8. Scotland 17
  • 9. Vietnam 17
  • 10. Thailand 15
  • 11. Malaysia 13
  • 12. Netherlands 11
  • 13. Poland 10
  • 14. China 9
  • 15. Greece 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,738
English 2,588
Scottish 721
Irish 660
Australian Aboriginal 352
German 271
Italian 150
Welsh 82
Dutch 79
Filipino 73

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,410
Both parents born in Australia
843
Both parents born overseas
753
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.6%
No Religion
44.6%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
396 (6.3%)
5-14 years
719 (11.4%)
15-19 years
339 (5.4%)
20-24 years
413 (6.5%)
25-34 years
968 (15.3%)
35-44 years
898 (14.2%)
45-54 years
749 (11.9%)
55-64 years
665 (10.5%)
65-74 years
601 (9.5%)
75-84 years
436 (6.9%)
85+ years
137 (2.2%)

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