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Wilberforce

NSW 2756 • Greater Sydney

2,957
Population (2021)
$47,580
Median Income
32.10 km²
Area
33m
Elevation

About Wilberforce

Wilberforce is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Hawkesbury (City) area. With a population of 2,957 and a median income of $47,580, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 32.10 km² at an elevation of 33m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Wilberforce is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Wilberforce falls under postcode 2756 and is governed by Hawkesbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hawkesbury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2756
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Hawkesbury
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Hawkesbury
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.55°, 150.85°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
32.10 km²
Elevation
33m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 6 heritage-listed places in or near Wilberforce, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Stannix Park House, cattle tanks and site
Stannix Park Road, Wilberforce • SHR #00598
Rose Cottage
Rose Street, Wilberforce • SHR #00358
Wilberforce Cemetery
Clergy Road, Wilberforce • SHR #01837
Macquarie Schoolhouse/Chapel and St. John's (Blacket) Church
43-43A Macquarie Road Wilberforce • SHR #01836
Australiana Pioneer Village
Rose Street, Wilberforce • SHR #01683
Wilberforce Park
47 George Road Wilberforce • SHR #01868

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,364
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,007
Census 2021
2,957
▼ 1.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,208
Income 2021
$47,580
▲ 21.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,585
Born Overseas 290

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 90
  • 2. Malta 40
  • 3. New Zealand 34
  • 4. China 15
  • 5. Scotland 14
  • 6. Germany 9
  • 7. Ireland 9
  • 8. United States 9
  • 9. Italy 8
  • 10. South Africa 5
  • 11. Wales 5
  • 12. Poland 4
  • 13. Canada 3
  • 14. Fiji 3
  • 15. India 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,296
English 1,253
Irish 315
Scottish 244
Maltese 223
Australian Aboriginal 127
German 104
Italian 99
Dutch 47
Polish 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,031
Both parents born in Australia
468
Both parents born overseas
366
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
61.5%
No Religion
32.0%
Sikhism
0.4%
Buddhism
0.3%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
173 (5.9%)
5-14 years
409 (13.8%)
15-19 years
208 (7.0%)
20-24 years
171 (5.8%)
25-34 years
345 (11.7%)
35-44 years
350 (11.8%)
45-54 years
474 (16.0%)
55-64 years
395 (13.4%)
65-74 years
284 (9.6%)
75-84 years
120 (4.1%)
85+ years
37 (1.3%)

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