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Pottery Estate

NSW 2790 • New South Wales

112
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricAffordableRural
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About Pottery Estate

Pottery Estate is a small locality within the postcode 2790 area of Lithgow, New South Wales, situated in the Blue Mountains foothills region of central-western NSW. The locality is a compact residential precinct covering approximately 0.4 square kilometres, with a population of 112 people recorded in the 2021 Census. It sits within the Blue Mountains state electorate and the federal electorate of Calare, close to the main urban area of Lithgow.

Residents of Pottery Estate benefit from proximity to Lithgow's town centre, which offers supermarkets, schools, medical services, and rail connections to Sydney via the Blue Mountains Line. The broader Lithgow area is known for its industrial heritage, stunning escarpment scenery, and access to the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. The locality suits those looking for affordable housing with a historical character in a regional NSW setting.

Pottery Estate falls under postcode 2790 and is governed by the Lithgow Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Blue Mountains electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2790
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lithgow
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Blue Mountains
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.49°, 150.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.43 km²
Population Density
261 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2790

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2790, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,778
Median 2023–24
$54,836
▲ 19.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,148

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2790; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lithgow Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Local Lithgow services — Lithgow Town Centre 5-10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
145 km
By Train
Train from Lithgow to Central Station ~2h 45min
By Car (Peak)
2h - 2h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 45min - 2h

🛣️ Great Western Highway (A32) and M7/M4 provide road access to Sydney

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Close to Lithgow town centre amenities and walking distance to Lithgow Station

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
112
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
308.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
178.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
564.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
212.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Lithgow →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pottery Estate NSW? +

Pottery Estate is a small locality within Lithgow, in the Blue Mountains foothills region of central-western NSW, approximately 145 km west of Sydney CBD.

How do I get from Pottery Estate to Sydney? +

Lithgow Station is approximately 1.5 km from Pottery Estate. Trains on the Blue Mountains Line run to Sydney Central Station in about 2 hours 45 minutes.

What schools are near Pottery Estate? +

Pottery Estate is close to Lithgow's schools, including Lithgow Public School and Lithgow High School, both of which are within the Lithgow town area.

Is Pottery Estate a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Pottery Estate is part of the Lithgow 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.

What is the population of Pottery Estate? +

Pottery Estate had a population of 112 at the 2021 Census.