Kenthurst

NSW 2156 • Greater Sydney

5,313
Population (2021)
$48,984
Median Income
45.49 km²
Area
53m
Elevation

About Kenthurst

Kenthurst is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the The Hills Shire (Area) area. With a population of 5,313 and a median income of $48,984, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 45.49 km² at an elevation of 53m, 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. Kenthurst delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Kenthurst falls under postcode 2156 and is governed by The Hills Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Castle Hill electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2156
Urban Area
Baulkham Hills
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.64°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
45.49 km²
Elevation
53m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,280
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,037
Census 2021
5,313
5.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,496
Income 2021
$48,984
18.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,115
Born Overseas 1,058

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 170
  • 2. China 102
  • 3. Italy 83
  • 4. New Zealand 76
  • 5. Lebanon 58
  • 6. India 51
  • 7. South Africa 38
  • 8. Croatia 24
  • 9. Ireland 22
  • 10. Netherlands 22
  • 11. Pakistan 22
  • 12. Germany 21
  • 13. Malta 21
  • 14. Iran 20
  • 15. Philippines 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,798
Australian 1,786
Irish 534
Italian 519
Scottish 445
Chinese 224
Lebanese 218
Maltese 192
German 147
Croatian 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,732
Both parents born in Australia
1,664
Both parents born overseas
760
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
66.9%
No Religion
24.7%
Islam
2.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
211 (4.0%)
5-14 years
752 (14.2%)
15-19 years
441 (8.3%)
20-24 years
376 (7.1%)
25-34 years
409 (7.7%)
35-44 years
507 (9.5%)
45-54 years
848 (16.0%)
55-64 years
722 (13.6%)
65-74 years
613 (11.5%)
75-84 years
338 (6.4%)
85+ years
94 (1.8%)

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