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Dharruk

NSW 2770 • Greater Sydney

2,806
Population (2021)
$28,912
Median Income
0.94 km²
Area
50m
Elevation

About Dharruk

Dharruk is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Blacktown (City) area. With a population of 2,806 and a median income of $28,912, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 0.94 km² at an elevation of 50m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Dharruk delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Dharruk falls under postcode 2770 and is governed by Blacktown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Druitt electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2770
Urban Area
Dharruk
LGA
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Chifley
State Electorate
Mount Druitt
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.75°, 150.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.94 km²
Elevation
50m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,774
Census 2021
2,806
▲ 1.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,092
Income 2021
$28,912
▲ 6.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,578
Born Overseas 1,029

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Fiji 89
  • 2. New Zealand 87
  • 3. Philippines 77
  • 4. India 60
  • 5. Pakistan 57
  • 6. Samoa 55
  • 7. Iraq 48
  • 8. England 35
  • 9. Lebanon 35
  • 10. Egypt 23
  • 11. Malta 21
  • 12. Afghanistan 19
  • 13. Myanmar 18
  • 14. Bangladesh 16
  • 15. China 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 655
English 552
Australian Aboriginal 165
Samoan 136
Indian 135
Irish 115
Filipino 112
Scottish 106
German 57
Lebanese 55

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

844
Both parents born in Australia
1,498
Both parents born overseas
245
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.1%
No Religion
20.5%
Islam
13.4%
Hinduism
3.5%
Buddhism
1.4%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
214 (7.6%)
5-14 years
445 (15.9%)
15-19 years
185 (6.6%)
20-24 years
165 (5.9%)
25-34 years
374 (13.3%)
35-44 years
339 (12.1%)
45-54 years
347 (12.4%)
55-64 years
304 (10.8%)
65-74 years
311 (11.1%)
75-84 years
101 (3.6%)
85+ years
22 (0.8%)

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