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Nelson (The Hills Shire - NSW)

NSW 2550 • New South Wales

460
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyQuietGrowth SuburbCommuter Belt
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About Nelson (The Hills Shire - NSW)

Nelson is a suburb located approximately 42 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, within the Hills Shire Council area and the Hills District of north-west Sydney. With a population of around 460 residents and an area of just under 5 square kilometres, it is a small, semi-rural locality nestled among the broader growth corridor of outer north-west Sydney. The suburb sits at an elevation of around 51 metres and retains a quiet, semi-rural character despite being surrounded by the expanding residential developments of the Hills District.

Nelson is a peaceful locality that appeals to those seeking space and a semi-rural lifestyle while remaining within reach of the Hills District's growing amenities, including schools, shopping centres, and transport links in nearby Rouse Hill and Box Hill. The surrounding area is connected via key arterial roads and the Sydney Metro Northwest, accessible from Rouse Hill Station a short drive away. The neighbourhood suits families and residents who value the quieter edge of Sydney's north-west, with the Hills' characteristic tree-lined streets and open spaces nearby.

Nelson (The Hills Shire - NSW) falls under postcode 2550 and is governed by the Bega Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Eden-Monaro, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2550
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bega Valley
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 149.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.92 km²
Population Density
94 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2550

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2550, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,386
Median 2023–24
$47,793
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,453

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2550; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rouse Hill
3.5 km
Not walkable
Kellyville
5 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Route 725, 726 — Rouse Hill Station / Norwest 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
42 km
By Train
Drive to Rouse Hill Station then Metro to Chatswood/City (~55 min total)
By Car (Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-55 min

🛣️ Best accessed via Windsor Road and M2/M7 motorways; Metro Northwest accessible from Rouse Hill

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Nelson is a semi-rural locality with minimal footpath infrastructure; a car is required for nearly all daily activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
460
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Bega Valley Local Government Area, which contains Nelson (The Hills Shire - NSW). Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
106.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
84.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
311.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
136.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 12.3%
View all 62 offence types for Bega Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nelson known for? +

Nelson is known for its quiet, semi-rural character on the outer fringe of Sydney's north-west Hills District, set among the growth areas surrounding Rouse Hill and Box Hill.

How far is Nelson from Sydney CBD? +

Nelson is approximately 42 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD, typically a 50-minute to 80-minute drive depending on traffic conditions.

Does Nelson have public transport? +

Nelson has limited bus connections to nearby Rouse Hill Station on the Sydney Metro Northwest line, making the Metro accessible with a short drive or bus ride to Rouse Hill.

What is the population of Nelson? +

Nelson had a population of approximately 460 residents at the 2021 Census, making it a small locality within the expanding Hills Shire.

Is Nelson a good place to live? +

Nelson suits families and individuals who prefer a semi-rural, spacious lifestyle on the outer fringe of north-west Sydney, with proximity to the Hills District's growing schools, shops, and Metro access from Rouse Hill.

What is the postcode for Nelson? +

Nelson (The Hills Shire) is served by postcode 2765.

Is Nelson a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Nelson is part of the Bega Valley 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.