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Chipping Norton

NSW 2170 • Greater Sydney

9,412
Population (2021)
$105,248
Median Household Income
7.13 km²
Area
$500/wk
Median Rent
LakesideMulticulturalFamily-FriendlyParks & RecreationEstablished

About Chipping Norton

Chipping Norton is a family-oriented suburb located 27 kilometres southwest of Sydney's CBD in the Liverpool local government area. With a population of over 9,400 residents, it takes its name from the English village in Oxfordshire, bestowed by early settler William Alexander Long. The suburb is defined by the picturesque Chipping Norton Lake, a rehabilitated former mining site now serving as the area's recreational centrepiece.

The suburb offers a relaxed lakeside lifestyle with excellent parks, walkways, and barbecue facilities along the lake foreshore. The population is notably multicultural, with significant Lebanese, Vietnamese, Italian, and Greek communities contributing to a diverse character. Local amenities include four schools, shopping on Newbridge Road, and easy access to Liverpool's major retail and commercial hub. Chipping Norton attracts families seeking a quieter alternative to inner-city living while maintaining good transport links.

Chipping Norton falls under postcode 2170 and is governed by Liverpool Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Holsworthy electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2170
Urban Area
Liverpool - East
LGA / Council
Liverpool
Federal Electorate
Fowler
State Electorate
Holsworthy
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.91°, 150.96°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
7.13 km²
Elevation
9m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.48M
142 sales · ▲ 5.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$854K
66 sales · ▲ 27.7% 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)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.4%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Liverpool
3.5 km
T2 Inner West & Leppington, T3 Bankstown
Warwick Farm
2.5 km
T2 Inner West & Leppington

Bus Services

  • 903 — Liverpool Station loop service 15-20 min
  • M90 — Burwood via Newbridge Road 45 min to Burwood
  • 860, 862 — Liverpool to surrounding suburbs 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
27 km
By Train
45-50 min from Liverpool Station
By Bus
60-70 min via Burwood interchange
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Bus connections to Liverpool or Warwick Farm stations for train services

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops accessible on foot; lake trails popular for walking and cycling

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Earnest Avenue Chipping Norton 2170 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Homestead, The
Charlton Avenue, Chipping Norton • SHR #00214

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
178.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.4%
Motor vehicle theft
199.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
352.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
347.2 / 100k
2yr Down 9.6% 10yr Down 4.3%
View all 62 offence types for Liverpool →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,001
Census 2021
9,412
▲ 4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,880
Personal Income 2021
$40,196
▲ 12.0% 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
$40,196 / yr
$773/wk
Household
$105,248 / yr
$2024/wk
Family
$114,348 / yr
$2199/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,896
Born Overseas 3,134

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 500
  • 2. Lebanon 321
  • 3. Italy 200
  • 4. China 161
  • 5. Greece 128
  • 6. Egypt 107
  • 7. New Zealand 106
  • 8. India 103
  • 9. England 97
  • 10. Fiji 85

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,946
English 1,547
Lebanese 934
Vietnamese 765
Italian 757
Greek 686
Chinese 597
Irish 422
Scottish 357
Indian 226

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,748
Both parents born in Australia
5,072
Both parents born overseas
1,141
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.4%
No Religion
17.2%
Islam
11.3%
Buddhism
5.2%
Hinduism
1.7%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
595 (6.3%)
5-14 years
1,292 (13.7%)
15-19 years
591 (6.3%)
20-24 years
562 (6.0%)
25-34 years
1,100 (11.7%)
35-44 years
1,243 (13.2%)
45-54 years
1,194 (12.7%)
55-64 years
1,180 (12.5%)
65-74 years
971 (10.3%)
75-84 years
474 (5.0%)
85+ years
206 (2.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chipping Norton known for? +

The suburb offers a relaxed lakeside lifestyle with excellent parks, walkways, and barbecue facilities along the lake foreshore.

How far is Chipping Norton from Sydney CBD? +

Chipping Norton is approximately 27 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 50-70 min in peak hour and 35-45 min off-peak.

Does Chipping Norton have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Liverpool (3.5 km away, approximately null walk) on the T2 Inner West & Leppington, T3 Bankstown. Bus services include 903, running to Liverpool Station loop service in approximately 15-20 min.

What is the population of Chipping Norton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Chipping Norton has a population of 9,412 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Chipping Norton a good place to live? +

Chipping Norton is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The population is notably multicultural, with significant Lebanese, Vietnamese, Italian, and Greek communities contributing to a diverse character.

What is the postcode for Chipping Norton? +

The postcode for Chipping Norton is 2170. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Chipping Norton? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Chipping Norton is about $773 per week (around $40,200 per year). The median household income is $2,024 per week and the median family income is $2,199 per week.

What is the median house price in Chipping Norton? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,477,500, up 5.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $853,750, up 27.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Chipping Norton? +

The median age in Chipping Norton is 39. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,292 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Chipping Norton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Chipping Norton is part of the Liverpool 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 Chipping Norton? +

In Chipping Norton, the median weekly rent is $500, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,200 (2021 Census).