Portland

NSW 2847 • Rest of NSW

2,447
Population (2021)
$29,952
Median Income
98.90 km²
Area
949m
Elevation

About Portland

Portland is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lithgow (City) area. With a population of 2,447 and a median income of $29,952, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 98.90 km² at an elevation of 949m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Portland is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Portland falls under postcode 2847 and is governed by Lithgow Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bathurst electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2847
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.36°, 149.97°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
98.90 km²
Elevation
949m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Portland, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Wallerawang-Gwabegar railway, Ben Bullen • SHR #01082
Carlton Road, Portland • SHR #01738
Williwa Street, Portland • SHR #01739

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,272
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,424
Census 2021
2,447
0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,220
Income 2021
$29,952
18.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,043
Born Overseas 178

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 43
  • 2. New Zealand 25
  • 3. Philippines 11
  • 4. Scotland 11
  • 5. Germany 7
  • 6. Netherlands 7
  • 7. Croatia 6
  • 8. Cambodia 5
  • 9. Italy 5
  • 10. Canada 4
  • 11. Fiji 4
  • 12. Indonesia 4
  • 13. Malta 4
  • 14. Papua New Guinea 4
  • 15. South Africa 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,093
Australian 1,010
Irish 307
Scottish 228
Australian Aboriginal 173
German 94
Italian 35
Dutch 24
Maltese 21
Maori 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,810
Both parents born in Australia
230
Both parents born overseas
177
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.1%
No Religion
32.0%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
121 (4.9%)
5-14 years
294 (12.0%)
15-19 years
119 (4.9%)
20-24 years
118 (4.8%)
25-34 years
247 (10.1%)
35-44 years
278 (11.4%)
45-54 years
285 (11.6%)
55-64 years
372 (15.2%)
65-74 years
373 (15.2%)
75-84 years
191 (7.8%)
85+ years
49 (2.0%)

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