Glenbrook
NSW 2773 • Greater Sydney
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
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 685 — Penrith Station via Emu Plains and Lapstone 25-35 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ 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.
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
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Glenbrook Public School ICSEA 1120Woodville St
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Lapstone Public School ICSEA 1113Explorers Rd
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52 Levy Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Glenbrook, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
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
- 11. China 15
- 12. Canada 13
- 13. Philippines 12
- 14. Poland 12
- 15. Hong Kong 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)