South Hurstville

NSW 2221 • Greater Sydney

5,221
Population (2021)
$37,492
Median Income
1.04 km²
Area
37m
Elevation

About South Hurstville

South Hurstville is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Georges River (Area) area. With a population of 5,221 and a median income of $37,492, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.04 km² at an elevation of 37m, 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. South Hurstville delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

South Hurstville falls under postcode 2221 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kogarah electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2221
Urban Area
Kogarah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.98°, 151.11°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.04 km²
Elevation
37m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,383
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,147
Census 2021
5,221
1.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,784
Income 2021
$37,492
21.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,565
Born Overseas 2,452

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 939
  • 2. Hong Kong 194
  • 3. Lebanon 119
  • 4. Greece 93
  • 5. North Macedonia 76
  • 6. India 70
  • 7. Philippines 69
  • 8. Malaysia 68
  • 9. Nepal 68
  • 10. New Zealand 59
  • 11. England 57
  • 12. Indonesia 55
  • 13. Croatia 50
  • 14. Vietnam 48
  • 15. Italy 44

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,811
English 668
Australian 602
Greek 419
Lebanese 343
Italian 231
Irish 226
Macedonian 148
Scottish 135
Indian 126

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

941
Both parents born in Australia
3,576
Both parents born overseas
455
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.2%
No Religion
33.5%
Islam
7.7%
Buddhism
5.2%
Hinduism
3.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
272 (5.2%)
5-14 years
635 (12.2%)
15-19 years
275 (5.3%)
20-24 years
328 (6.3%)
25-34 years
680 (13.0%)
35-44 years
726 (13.9%)
45-54 years
722 (13.8%)
55-64 years
643 (12.3%)
65-74 years
468 (9.0%)
75-84 years
297 (5.7%)
85+ years
173 (3.3%)

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