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Mount Lewis

NSW 2190 • Greater Sydney

1,234
Population (2021)
$80,028
Median Household Income
0.33 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
AffordableQuietCompactMulticulturalNear Bankstown

About Mount Lewis

Mount Lewis is a compact, quiet suburb in South-western Sydney, located 18 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD within the City of Canterbury-Bankstown. Covering just 0.33 square kilometres, it is one of the smallest suburbs in the region with a population of 1,234 (2021 Census). The suburb takes its name from the highest point in the district at Mount Lewis Reserve on Wattle Street, which provides views west towards Bankstown CBD and east towards the Sydney skyline. Nestled between Bankstown, Greenacre, and Punchbowl, it is a mostly residential area with a mix of older homes and newer developments.

Mount Lewis offers a peaceful residential setting that feels removed from the bustle of nearby Bankstown, despite being just minutes away. The suburb features Mount Lewis Reserve for local recreation and the Mount Lewis Bowling Club on Waterloo Road as a community hub. Mount Lewis Infants School (K-2) serves the youngest local students, while older children attend schools in neighbouring suburbs. A few shops and commercial premises line Wattle Street. Residents appreciate the suburb's affordability, quiet streets, and convenient access to Bankstown's extensive shopping, dining, and transport facilities. It appeals to small families, couples, and first-home buyers seeking value close to amenities.

Mount Lewis falls under postcode 2190 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bankstown electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2190
Urban Area
Bankstown - North-East
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Watson
State Electorate
Bankstown
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.92°, 151.05°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.33 km²
Elevation
61m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Mount Lewis for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.38M
21 sales · ▼ 11% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,571
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
13.6%

49 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Punchbowl Station
1.2 km
15 min
Bankstown Station
1.5 km
18 min
Wiley Park Station
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • SW2 — Southwest Link: Bankstown to Sydenham via Punchbowl 30 min to Sydenham
  • 487 — Bankstown to Hurstville 25 min to Hurstville
  • 941 — Bankstown to Campsie via Mount Lewis 15 min to Bankstown

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
35–40 min (Metro Southwest from Punchbowl or Bankstown, connect at Sydenham)
By Bus
45–55 min (via Bankstown interchange)
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
22–28 min

🛣️ The former T3 Bankstown Line has been converted to Sydney Metro Southwest, providing faster automated metro services. Punchbowl Station is the nearest metro stop.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Basic errands can be done on foot along Wattle Street. The suburb is small enough to walk across in 10 minutes, and Bankstown's shops and station are within a 15–20 minute walk.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Canterbury-Bankstown Local Government Area, which contains Mount Lewis. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
130.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.3%
Motor vehicle theft
167.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
311.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
10.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Steal from vehicle
289.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
View all 62 offence types for Canterbury-Bankstown →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,195
Census 2021
1,234
▲ 3.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$23,400
Personal Income 2021
$30,992
▲ 32.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$30,992 / yr
$596/wk
Household
$80,028 / yr
$1539/wk
Family
$92,300 / yr
$1775/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 677
Born Overseas 506

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Lebanon 259
  • 2. Vietnam 38
  • 3. Greece 27
  • 4. India 15
  • 5. China 14
  • 6. Pakistan 13
  • 7. Egypt 11
  • 8. Italy 8
  • 9. North Macedonia 7
  • 10. Bangladesh 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 552
Australian 154
English 108
Greek 64
Chinese 49
Vietnamese 35
Indian 24
Irish 24
Italian 22
Croatian 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

163
Both parents born in Australia
849
Both parents born overseas
162
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.1%
Islam
28.0%
No Religion
6.8%
Buddhism
2.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
79 (6.4%)
5-14 years
153 (12.4%)
15-19 years
71 (5.8%)
20-24 years
94 (7.6%)
25-34 years
183 (14.8%)
35-44 years
127 (10.3%)
45-54 years
148 (12.0%)
55-64 years
168 (13.6%)
65-74 years
106 (8.6%)
75-84 years
68 (5.5%)
85+ years
18 (1.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Lewis known for? +

Mount Lewis is a compact, quiet suburb in South-western Sydney, located 18 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD within the City of Canterbury-Bankstown. Covering just 0.33 square kilometres, it is one of the smallest suburbs in the region with a population of 1,234 (2021 Census).

How far is Mount Lewis from Sydney CBD? +

Mount Lewis is approximately 18 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 40–55 min during peak hour and 22–28 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 35–40 min (Metro Southwest from Punchbowl or Bankstown, connect at Sydenham).

Does Mount Lewis have public transport? +

Mount Lewis is served by Punchbowl Station station (1.2 km, approximately 15 min walk) on the Sydney Metro Southwest. Local bus services including SW2 also connect residents to Southwest Link: Bankstown to Sydenham via Punchbowl.

What is the population of Mount Lewis? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Lewis has a population of approximately 1,234 residents.

Is Mount Lewis a good place to live? +

Mount Lewis offers a suburban lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Mount Lewis? +

The postcode for Mount Lewis in NSW is 2190.

What is the average income in Mount Lewis? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mount Lewis is about $596 per week (around $31,000 per year). The median household income is $1,539 per week and the median family income is $1,775 per week.

What is the median house price in Mount Lewis? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,380,000, down 11% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mount Lewis? +

The median age in Mount Lewis is 37. The largest age group is 25–34 (183 residents, around 15%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mount Lewis a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Lewis is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Mount Lewis? +

In Mount Lewis, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,571 (2021 Census).