Telopea

NSW 2117 • Greater Sydney

5,356
Population (2021)
$36,348
Median Income
1.51 km²
Area
70m
Elevation

About Telopea

Telopea is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Parramatta (City) area. With a population of 5,356 and a median income of $36,348, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.51 km² at an elevation of 70m, 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. Telopea delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Telopea falls under postcode 2117 and is governed by Parramatta Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Epping electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2117
Urban Area
Parramatta - North-East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.79°, 151.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.51 km²
Elevation
70m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

34 Adderton Road Telopea • SHR #01795

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,300
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,426
Census 2021
5,356
1.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,536
Income 2021
$36,348
23.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,323
Born Overseas 2,739

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 816
  • 2. South Korea 381
  • 3. India 137
  • 4. Hong Kong 134
  • 5. Iran 99
  • 6. Philippines 97
  • 7. Malaysia 82
  • 8. Lebanon 79
  • 9. Vietnam 67
  • 10. England 63
  • 11. Sri Lanka 53
  • 12. New Zealand 48
  • 13. Indonesia 46
  • 14. Pakistan 39
  • 15. Iraq 29

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,554
English 819
Australian 762
Korean 536
Irish 239
Scottish 205
Lebanese 171
Indian 155
Filipino 130
Italian 109

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,000
Both parents born in Australia
3,653
Both parents born overseas
405
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.8%
No Religion
34.6%
Buddhism
5.2%
Islam
5.1%
Hinduism
3.0%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
298 (5.6%)
5-14 years
670 (12.5%)
15-19 years
250 (4.7%)
20-24 years
254 (4.7%)
25-34 years
687 (12.8%)
35-44 years
833 (15.6%)
45-54 years
761 (14.2%)
55-64 years
731 (13.6%)
65-74 years
489 (9.1%)
75-84 years
257 (4.8%)
85+ years
136 (2.5%)

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