Islington

NSW 2296 • Rest of NSW

2,026
Population (2021)
$51,740
Median Income
0.71 km²
Area
9m
Elevation

About Islington

Islington is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Newcastle (City) area. With a population of 2,026 and a median income of $51,740, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.71 km² at an elevation of 9m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Islington provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Islington falls under postcode 2296 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2296
Urban Area
Newcastle - Inner City
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.91°, 151.75°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.71 km²
Elevation
9m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,883
Census 2021
2,026
7.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,676
Income 2021
$51,740
30.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,695
Born Overseas 275

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 46
  • 2. New Zealand 36
  • 3. India 21
  • 4. Philippines 19
  • 5. South Africa 19
  • 6. United States 16
  • 7. China 10
  • 8. Canada 9
  • 9. Malaysia 7
  • 10. Nepal 7
  • 11. Ireland 6
  • 12. Vietnam 6
  • 13. France 5
  • 14. North Macedonia 5
  • 15. Thailand 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 870
Australian 766
Irish 314
Scottish 288
German 87
Italian 79
Australian Aboriginal 61
Welsh 31
Filipino 28
Dutch 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,347
Both parents born in Australia
319
Both parents born overseas
294
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
64.7%
Christianity
26.2%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
102 (5.0%)
5-14 years
166 (8.2%)
15-19 years
72 (3.6%)
20-24 years
213 (10.5%)
25-34 years
450 (22.2%)
35-44 years
316 (15.6%)
45-54 years
294 (14.5%)
55-64 years
218 (10.8%)
65-74 years
135 (6.7%)
75-84 years
52 (2.6%)
85+ years
15 (0.7%)

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