Renwick

NSW 2575 • Rest of NSW

1,453
Population (2021)
$123,604
Median Household Income
1.40 km²
Area
$620/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyNew DevelopmentGrowth SuburbCommuter Belt

About Renwick

Renwick is a modern residential suburb located near Moss Vale in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, approximately 120 kilometres south-west of Sydney within the Wingecarribee Shire. Sitting at an elevation of 614 metres on the Southern Tablelands, the suburb was developed in the early 2010s as a master-planned community and is home to 1,453 residents. The area's median household income of around $2,377 per week and substantial average monthly mortgage of $2,522 indicate a predominantly owner-occupier suburb with a young, family-oriented character.

Renwick is particularly popular with young families — the suburb has a high proportion of children under 14 and adults aged 35-44, drawn by the promise of newer, spacious homes in a cool-climate highland setting. Moss Vale train station on the Main South Line is the closest rail access, offering services to Sydney's Central Station, while the Hume Highway via nearby Mittagong provides convenient road access to Sydney and Canberra. The Southern Highlands region surrounds Renwick with rolling green hills, boutique wineries, antique shops in Berrima, and the charming village centres of Moss Vale, Bowral, and Mittagong, making it an appealing entry point into one of regional New South Wales's most sought-after lifestyle regions.

Renwick falls under postcode 2575 and is governed by Wingecarribee Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollondilly electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2575
Urban Area
Wingecaribee
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.45°, 150.47°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.40 km²
Elevation
614m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Renwick for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.28M
40 sales · ▲ 4.3% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$620
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,522
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moss Vale
3.5 km
N/A (car recommended)

Bus Services

  • Busways Southern Highlands local services — Moss Vale / Bowral / Mittagong 10-15 min to Moss Vale

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Approx. 1 hr 55 min to Sydney Central via Main South Line from Moss Vale
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Hume Highway (M31) is the main road route; Moss Vale station offers regular NSW TrainLink services to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Renwick is a newer residential estate where a car is essential — shops, schools, and transport are all a drive away in Moss Vale or Bowral

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    4889 4250 Wattle St
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    4889 8227 Linda St
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    2575 FRENSHAM JUNIOR SCHOOL Old Bowral Road
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    Old Bowral Road
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    Highlands School ICSEA 860
    4872 3088 2 Maxted Street
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    21 Pioneer St
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    Tangara School ICSEA 971
    4871 1636 Bong Bong Rd
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🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Renwick, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Main Southern railway Mittagong • SHR #01195
5 Station Street Mittagong • SHR #00631

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
84 / 100k
Motor vehicle theft
54.2 / 100k
Non-DV assault
257.7 / 100k
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
Steal from vehicle
84 / 100k

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
573
Census 2021
1,453
153.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$40,196
Personal Income 2021
$50,388
25.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$50,388 / yr
$969/wk
Household
$123,604 / yr
$2377/wk
Family
$136,032 / yr
$2616/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,126
Born Overseas 291

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 61
  • 2. India 38
  • 3. New Zealand 31
  • 4. South Africa 17
  • 5. Germany 13
  • 6. Scotland 13
  • 7. United States 11
  • 8. Italy 9
  • 9. Mauritius 9
  • 10. Nepal 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 607
Australian 542
Irish 206
Scottish 174
German 67
Italian 61
Indian 55
Dutch 29
Chinese 27
Australian Aboriginal 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

810
Both parents born in Australia
395
Both parents born overseas
221
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.2%
No Religion
34.5%
Hinduism
3.9%
Buddhism
1.4%
Islam
0.8%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
131 (9.0%)
5-14 years
229 (15.8%)
15-19 years
66 (4.5%)
20-24 years
55 (3.8%)
25-34 years
188 (12.9%)
35-44 years
236 (16.2%)
45-54 years
164 (11.3%)
55-64 years
132 (9.1%)
65-74 years
158 (10.9%)
75-84 years
84 (5.8%)
85+ years
11 (0.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Renwick known for? +

Renwick is known as a newer master-planned residential community on the outskirts of Moss Vale in the Southern Highlands, offering spacious modern homes in a cool-climate setting surrounded by the rolling green hills and boutique lifestyle offerings of the Wingecarribee Shire.

How far is Renwick from Sydney CBD? +

Renwick is approximately 120 kilometres south-west of Sydney's CBD, around a 1 hour 10 minute to 1 hour 30 minute drive via the Hume Highway, or approximately 2 hours by train from Moss Vale station.

Does Renwick have public transport? +

Renwick is closest to Moss Vale train station (Main South Line), approximately 3.5km away, which offers NSW TrainLink services to Sydney Central. Local Busways services connect to Moss Vale and Bowral, but a car is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Renwick? +

According to the 2021 Census, Renwick has a population of approximately 1,453 residents. The suburb has a notably young demographic, with a high proportion of children and adults aged 35-44, reflecting its popularity with young families.

Is Renwick a good place to live? +

Renwick is well-suited to families seeking new, spacious homes in the Southern Highlands lifestyle region, with good highway access to Sydney and proximity to the charming towns of Moss Vale, Bowral, and Mittagong — though a car is essential for day-to-day life.

What is the postcode for Renwick? +

The postcode for Renwick is 2575.

What is the average income in Renwick? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Renwick is about $969 per week (around $50,400 per year). The median household income is $2,377 per week and the median family income is $2,616 per week.

What is the median house price in Renwick? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,280,000, up 4.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Renwick? +

The median age in Renwick is 37. The largest age group is 35–44 (236 residents, around 16%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 17% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Renwick a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Renwick is part of the Wingecarribee 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.

How much is rent in Renwick? +

In Renwick, the median weekly rent is $620, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,522 (2021 Census).