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Norway

NSW 2787 • New South Wales

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
48.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandCar-Dependent
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About Norway

Norway is a small rural locality in the Lithgow Local Government Area of New South Wales, situated approximately 160 kilometres west of Sydney in the transition zone between the Blue Mountains and the Central Tablelands. Covering approximately 48 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 58 residents. The locality shares postcode 2787 with nearby Mozart and is characterised by a mix of sandstone scrubland and open farming country.

The city of Lithgow, approximately 20 to 25 kilometres away, is the primary service centre for Norway residents, offering shopping, schools, medical facilities, and community services. The surrounding landscape includes access to the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area and the scenic Jenolan Caves region. Outdoor activities including bushwalking, caving, and cycling are popular in this part of NSW. A private vehicle is essential for daily life, as there is no regular public transport connecting Norway to major centres.

Norway falls under postcode 2787 and is governed by the Oberon Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2787
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Oberon
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Wollondilly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.06°, 150.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
48.24 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2787

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2787, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,707
Median 2023–24
$56,816
▲ 24.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,147

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2787; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lithgow
22 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
Drive to Lithgow; NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~2 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr

🛣️ Great Western Highway provides main route to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural fringe locality; car required for all errands and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
71.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
71.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
232 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
17.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
35.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Oberon →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norway known for? +

Norway is a quiet rural locality in the Lithgow LGA, set in the Blue Mountains fringe country with access to bushland, nearby Jenolan Caves, and the historic city of Lithgow.

How far is Norway from Sydney? +

Norway is approximately 160 kilometres west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Great Western Highway through the Blue Mountains.

Does Norway have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport in Norway. The nearest train station is Lithgow approximately 22 kilometres away, with NSW TrainLink Blue Mountains Line services to Sydney.

What is the population of Norway? +

According to the 2021 Census, Norway has a population of approximately 58 residents in this small Blue Mountains fringe locality.

Is Norway a good place to live? +

Norway suits those who value the natural bushland environment of the Blue Mountains fringe, proximity to Jenolan Caves, and the services of Lithgow, while enjoying a quiet semi-rural lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Norway? +

The postcode for Norway is 2787, shared with Mozart and other rural localities in the Lithgow Local Government Area of New South Wales.

Is Norway a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Norway is part of the Oberon 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.