Lake Cargelligo

NSW 2672 • Rest of NSW

1,430
Population (2021)
$33,332
Median Income
1788.76 km²
Area
164m
Elevation

About Lake Cargelligo

Lake Cargelligo is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lachlan (Area) area. With a population of 1,430 and a median income of $33,332, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1788.76 km² at an elevation of 164m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Lake Cargelligo is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Lake Cargelligo falls under postcode 2672 and is governed by Lachlan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2672
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.38°, 146.35°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1788.76 km²
Elevation
164m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$170
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$867
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,479
Census 2021
1,430
3.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,196
Income 2021
$33,332
22.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,153
Born Overseas 87

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 14
  • 2. China 12
  • 3. South Africa 12
  • 4. England 8
  • 5. India 7
  • 6. Fiji 5
  • 7. New Zealand 5
  • 8. Cambodia 4
  • 9. Germany 3
  • 10. Ireland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 600
English 437
Australian Aboriginal 240
Scottish 131
Irish 107
German 43
Indian 16
Chinese 15
Italian 11
Dutch 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,088
Both parents born in Australia
93
Both parents born overseas
73
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.3%
No Religion
21.8%
Hinduism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
96 (6.7%)
5-14 years
215 (15.0%)
15-19 years
69 (4.8%)
20-24 years
62 (4.3%)
25-34 years
162 (11.3%)
35-44 years
178 (12.4%)
45-54 years
159 (11.1%)
55-64 years
181 (12.7%)
65-74 years
167 (11.7%)
75-84 years
90 (6.3%)
85+ years
44 (3.1%)

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