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Glenbrook

NSW 2773 • Greater Sydney

5,078
Population (2021)
$130,104
Median Household Income
7.00 km²
Area
$490/wk
Median Rent
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About Glenbrook

Glenbrook is a charming township in the Lower Blue Mountains of New South Wales, located 63 km west of Sydney CBD at an elevation of 163 metres. With a population of 5,078 (2021 census), it serves as the eastern gateway to the Blue Mountains and the Blue Mountains National Park. The suburb sits within the City of Blue Mountains local government area and is characterised by its bushland setting, heritage architecture, and strong sense of community among families and professionals.

Life in Glenbrook combines village charm with natural beauty—the suburb is home to numerous cafes, boutiques, and weekend markets along Ross Street. Residents enjoy world-class bushwalking on their doorstep, including tracks into the Blue Mountains National Park and the popular Glenbrook Gorge swimming hole. The town hosts a vibrant annual Spring Festival, Big Australia Day celebrations, and monthly community markets. Glenbrook Pool, historic Lennox Bridge (Australia's oldest surviving mainland stone bridge, built 1833), and proximity to the M4 motorway make it attractive to families and commuters who value a bush lifestyle within reach of Sydney.

Glenbrook falls under postcode 2773 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2773
Urban Area
Blaxland - Glenbrook
LGA / Council
Blue Mountains
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Blue Mountains
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 150.63°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
7.00 km²
Elevation
199m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.6M
75 sales · ▲ 3.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1M
11 sales · ▲ 6.4% 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)
$490
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,500
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.7%

0 state housing + 13 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Glenbrook
0.3 km
4 min
Blaxland
2.5 km
30 min
Lapstone
2 km
25 min
Penrith
12 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • 685 — Penrith Station via Emu Plains and Lapstone 25-35 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
63 km
By Train
1h 20min - 1h 35min (Blue Mountains Line to Central)
By Car (Peak)
1h 10min - 1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ Blue Mountains Line trains run hourly off-peak with additional peak services. Limited stops express services from Glenbrook are faster. M4 motorway provides direct road access to Sydney.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Village centre around Ross Street is walkable for cafes, shops, and the train station. Hilly terrain and bushland setting means car needed for some areas.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Glenbrook, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Lennox Bridge
Mitchells Pass, Glenbrook • SHR #00024
Glenbrook Railway Residence
Great Western Highway, Glenbrook • SHR #00713
Glenbrook Railway and World War Two Mustard Gas Storage Tunnel
Great Western Highway, Glenbrook • SHR #01861

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
87.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.4%
Motor vehicle theft
46.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Non-DV assault
219.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
128 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.6%
View all 62 offence types for Blue Mountains →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,051
Census 2021
5,078
▲ 0.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$43,992
Personal Income 2021
$53,612
▲ 21.9% 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
$53,612 / yr
$1031/wk
Household
$130,104 / yr
$2502/wk
Family
$158,028 / yr
$3039/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,262
Born Overseas 738

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 265
  • 2. New Zealand 44
  • 3. Scotland 30
  • 4. South Africa 27
  • 5. United States 26
  • 6. Germany 25
  • 7. Netherlands 23
  • 8. India 20
  • 9. Ireland 20
  • 10. Malaysia 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,322
Australian 2,092
Irish 836
Scottish 616
German 231
Dutch 146
Italian 134
Maltese 85
Chinese 78
Australian Aboriginal 64

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,062
Both parents born in Australia
998
Both parents born overseas
923
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.7%
No Religion
42.4%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
250 (4.9%)
5-14 years
694 (13.7%)
15-19 years
370 (7.3%)
20-24 years
265 (5.2%)
25-34 years
380 (7.5%)
35-44 years
584 (11.5%)
45-54 years
769 (15.1%)
55-64 years
750 (14.8%)
65-74 years
622 (12.2%)
75-84 years
296 (5.8%)
85+ years
98 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glenbrook known for? +

Life in Glenbrook combines village charm with natural beauty—the suburb is home to numerous cafes, boutiques, and weekend markets along Ross Street.

How far is Glenbrook from Sydney CBD? +

Glenbrook is approximately 63 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 1h 10min - 1h 30min in peak hour and 50 min off-peak.

Does Glenbrook have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Glenbrook (0.3 km away, approximately 4 min walk) on the Blue Mountains Line (Intercity). Bus services include 685, running to Penrith Station via Emu Plains and Lapstone in approximately 25-35 min.

What is the population of Glenbrook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glenbrook has a population of 5,078 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Glenbrook a good place to live? +

Glenbrook is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents enjoy world-class bushwalking on their doorstep, including tracks into the Blue Mountains National Park and the popular Glenbrook Gorge swimming hole.

What is the postcode for Glenbrook? +

The postcode for Glenbrook is 2773. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Glenbrook? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Glenbrook is about $1,031 per week (around $53,600 per year). The median household income is $2,502 per week and the median family income is $3,039 per week.

What is the median house price in Glenbrook? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,600,000, up 3.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,000,000, up 6.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Glenbrook? +

The median age in Glenbrook is 44. The largest age group is 45–54 (769 residents, around 15%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Glenbrook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Glenbrook is part of the Blue Mountains 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 Glenbrook? +

In Glenbrook, the median weekly rent is $490, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,500 (2021 Census).