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Orange

NSW 2800 • Rest of NSW

41,232
Population (2021)
$43,472
Median Income
150.93 km²
Area
784m
Elevation
Food & WineHeritage CharmCool ClimateRegional Centre

About Orange

Orange sits proudly at 784 metres elevation in the NSW Central Tablelands, making it one of Australia's highest cities and earning its reputation as a cool-climate food and wine destination. With a population exceeding 41,000, this historic gold rush town has evolved into a sophisticated regional centre known for exceptional produce, world-class wineries, and four distinct seasons including occasional snowfall.

The lifestyle in Orange is increasingly cosmopolitan—award-winning restaurants showcase local produce, while the monthly farmers' market is a community institution. The tree-lined streets feature beautiful heritage architecture, and the surrounding volcanic soils support renowned vineyards. Orange attracts food-loving professionals, creative types seeking inspiration, and families who appreciate quality education options and genuine seasons. It's rural Australia with an unexpected gourmet edge.

Orange falls under postcode 2800 and is governed by Cabonne Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2800
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Cabonne
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.25°, 149.06°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
150.93 km²
Elevation
784m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    227-237 SUMMER ST Orange 2800 NSW
  • Woolworths
    197-203 Anson Street Orange 2800 NSW
  • Harris Farm Markets
    Shop 3 Orange Arcade-150 Summer St, Orange NSW 2800

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 10 heritage-listed places in or near Orange, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Uniting Church & Kindergarten Hall
219-255 Anson Street Orange • SHR #00419
Orange Railway Station and yard group
Peisley Street Orange • SHR #01218
Bloomfield Hospital
Forest Road, Orange • SHR #01745
Union Bank of Australia (former)
84 Byng Street Orange • SHR #00230
Cadia Engine House & Surrounds
20km South West Orange • SHR #00779
Orange Post Office
221 Summer Street Orange • SHR #01416
Berrilea
29 Summer Street Orange • SHR #00361
Duntryleague with Lodge, Park, Gates, Stables
Woodward Road, Orange • SHR #00318
Bowen Terrace
3-25 Bathurst Road Orange • SHR #00013
Cook Park
24-26 Summer Street Orange • SHR #01998

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,690
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
38,097
Census 2021
41,232
▲ 8.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,372
Income 2021
$43,472
▲ 26.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 34,419
Born Overseas 4,474

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 658
  • 2. India 497
  • 3. New Zealand 394
  • 4. Philippines 304
  • 5. Nepal 228
  • 6. South Africa 181
  • 7. China 178
  • 8. Zimbabwe 113
  • 9. Germany 104
  • 10. United States 92
  • 11. Scotland 88
  • 12. Thailand 87
  • 13. Netherlands 81
  • 14. Pakistan 81
  • 15. Italy 80

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 17,067
English 16,565
Irish 5,135
Scottish 4,095
Australian Aboriginal 3,137
German 1,542
Italian 923
Indian 584
Dutch 552
Chinese 506

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

29,517
Both parents born in Australia
5,706
Both parents born overseas
3,559
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.0%
No Religion
32.8%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
2,923 (7.1%)
5-14 years
5,990 (14.5%)
15-19 years
2,534 (6.1%)
20-24 years
2,317 (5.6%)
25-34 years
5,708 (13.8%)
35-44 years
5,195 (12.6%)
45-54 years
4,791 (11.6%)
55-64 years
4,429 (10.7%)
65-74 years
3,930 (9.5%)
75-84 years
2,384 (5.8%)
85+ years
1,038 (2.5%)

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