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Ruse

NSW 2560 • Greater Sydney

5,632
Population (2021)
$39,468
Median Income
2.60 km²
Area
115m
Elevation

About Ruse

Ruse is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Campbelltown (City) area. With a population of 5,632 and a median income of $39,468, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.60 km² at an elevation of 115m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Ruse delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Ruse falls under postcode 2560 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Campbelltown electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2560
Urban Area
Ruse
LGA
Campbelltown
Federal Electorate
Macarthur
State Electorate
Campbelltown
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.07°, 150.84°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.60 km²
Elevation
115m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Ruse, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Bull Cave
Kentlyn • SHR #01993

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,584
Census 2021
5,632
▲ 0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,764
Income 2021
$39,468
▲ 7.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,188
Born Overseas 1,282

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 173
  • 2. New Zealand 131
  • 3. India 66
  • 4. Philippines 53
  • 5. Iraq 44
  • 6. Samoa 44
  • 7. Lebanon 40
  • 8. Egypt 36
  • 9. Bangladesh 34
  • 10. Scotland 33
  • 11. China 26
  • 12. Fiji 25
  • 13. Thailand 25
  • 14. Germany 23
  • 15. Chile 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,083
English 1,868
Irish 579
Scottish 444
Australian Aboriginal 263
Italian 196
German 184
Lebanese 147
Samoan 125
Chinese 105

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,841
Both parents born in Australia
1,814
Both parents born overseas
778
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.9%
No Religion
28.8%
Islam
6.4%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
397 (7.0%)
5-14 years
752 (13.4%)
15-19 years
345 (6.1%)
20-24 years
340 (6.0%)
25-34 years
729 (12.9%)
35-44 years
787 (14.0%)
45-54 years
643 (11.4%)
55-64 years
602 (10.7%)
65-74 years
736 (13.1%)
75-84 years
239 (4.2%)
85+ years
55 (1.0%)

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