Crookwell

NSW 2583 • Rest of NSW

2,686
Population (2021)
$33,228
Median Income
207.39 km²
Area
894m
Elevation

About Crookwell

Crookwell is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Upper Lachlan Shire (Area) area. With a population of 2,686 and a median income of $33,228, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 207.39 km² at an elevation of 894m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 894m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Crookwell offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Crookwell falls under postcode 2583 and is governed by Upper Lachlan Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Goulburn electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2583
Urban Area
Southern Tablelands
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.45°, 149.45°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
207.39 km²
Elevation
894m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Goulburn-Crookwell railway • SHR #01124

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,356
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
52 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,641
Census 2021
2,686
1.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,848
Income 2021
$33,228
11.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,313
Born Overseas 171

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 74
  • 2. New Zealand 18
  • 3. Germany 12
  • 4. Netherlands 9
  • 5. India 8
  • 6. Nepal 7
  • 7. Italy 4
  • 8. Philippines 4
  • 9. Wales 4
  • 10. Canada 3
  • 11. Croatia 3
  • 12. South Korea 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,215
Australian 1,156
Irish 424
Scottish 288
German 95
Australian Aboriginal 91
Dutch 41
Italian 28
Welsh 22
Chinese 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,109
Both parents born in Australia
224
Both parents born overseas
170
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
66.8%
No Religion
24.6%
Hinduism
0.5%
Buddhism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
139 (5.2%)
5-14 years
261 (9.7%)
15-19 years
165 (6.1%)
20-24 years
117 (4.4%)
25-34 years
223 (8.3%)
35-44 years
232 (8.6%)
45-54 years
296 (11.0%)
55-64 years
450 (16.8%)
65-74 years
398 (14.8%)
75-84 years
273 (10.2%)
85+ years
134 (5.0%)

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