Lawson

NSW 2783 • Greater Sydney

2,651
Population (2021)
$38,064
Median Income
7.29 km²
Area
727m
Elevation

About Lawson

Lawson is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Blue Mountains (City) area. With a population of 2,651 and a median income of $38,064, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 7.29 km² at an elevation of 727m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

Situated at an elevation of 727m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Lawson offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Lawson falls under postcode 2783 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2783
Urban Area
Lawson
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.72°, 150.43°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
7.29 km²
Elevation
727m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Lawson, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Main Western railway, Lawson • SHR #01177

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$387
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,849
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,614
Census 2021
2,651
1.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,072
Income 2021
$38,064
15.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,105
Born Overseas 464

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 150
  • 2. New Zealand 49
  • 3. Germany 20
  • 4. Philippines 19
  • 5. United States 18
  • 6. Scotland 13
  • 7. Canada 12
  • 8. Netherlands 9
  • 9. Ireland 8
  • 10. China 7
  • 11. France 7
  • 12. Hong Kong 7
  • 13. India 7
  • 14. Japan 7
  • 15. Wales 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,218
Australian 1,045
Scottish 369
Irish 363
German 139
Australian Aboriginal 113
Italian 75
Dutch 71
Welsh 43
Chinese 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,465
Both parents born in Australia
614
Both parents born overseas
495
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.9%
Christianity
37.3%
Buddhism
1.9%
Islam
0.7%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
133 (5.0%)
5-14 years
299 (11.3%)
15-19 years
174 (6.6%)
20-24 years
123 (4.6%)
25-34 years
254 (9.6%)
35-44 years
336 (12.7%)
45-54 years
377 (14.2%)
55-64 years
467 (17.6%)
65-74 years
323 (12.2%)
75-84 years
127 (4.8%)
85+ years
40 (1.5%)

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