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Wilberforce

NSW 2756 • Greater Sydney

2,957
Population (2021)
$117,468
Median Household Income
32.10 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
HistoricRuralFamily-FriendlyHeritageRiver

About Wilberforce

Wilberforce is a historic rural locality in the City of Hawkesbury, situated on the western bank of the Hawkesbury River approximately 62 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD. It is one of five original townships established by Governor Lachlan Macquarie in 1810, known collectively as the Macquarie Towns, and was named after British abolitionist William Wilberforce. With a population of around 2,957 at the 2021 census, the community is predominantly Australian-born with a strong Anglo-Celtic heritage and a median age of 39. The area has retained much of its rural and historic character, sitting at the edge of Greater Sydney's north-western fringe amid farmland and floodplains.

Wilberforce offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle enriched by an extraordinary depth of colonial history, with multiple State Heritage-listed sites within the locality. Highlights include the Australiana Pioneer Village on Rose Street, the historic St John's Anglican Church and Macquarie Schoolhouse, Wilberforce Cemetery, and Stannix Park House. The surrounding Hawkesbury River provides opportunities for fishing, boating and bushwalking, and the nearby town of Windsor offers shopping, dining and services. Families and lifestyle-seekers are drawn to Wilberforce for its large blocks, community spirit and easy access to both the Hawkesbury's natural landscapes and western Sydney.

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 / Council
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

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.34M
44 sales · ▲ 16.5% 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)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,364
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
39 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Windsor
9.5 km
Richmond Line (T1) – trains to Sydney Central ~80 min
Richmond
11 km
Richmond Line (T1) – trains to Sydney Central ~85 min

Bus Services

  • 670,670X — Windsor Station / Penrith 15–30 min to Windsor

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
62 km
By Train
~80 min (drive to Windsor, then T1 Richmond Line)
By Bus
Not a practical CBD option
By Car (Peak)
75–95 min via Windsor Rd (M7/M2)
By Car (Off-Peak)
55–65 min

🛣️ No train station in Wilberforce; Windsor Station is the nearest. Hawkesbury River road access can be affected by flooding events.

Walkability Car Dependent

Wilberforce is almost entirely car dependent. Local amenities are spread across the wider Hawkesbury area, with most services and shopping requiring a drive to Windsor or Richmond.

🛒 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

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
148.5 / 100k
2yr Up 59.4% 10yr Down 6.4%
Motor vehicle theft
158.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
337.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
179 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 12.1%
View all 62 offence types for Hawkesbury →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

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

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,208
Personal Income 2021
$47,580
▲ 21.4% 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
$47,580 / yr
$915/wk
Household
$117,468 / yr
$2259/wk
Family
$126,308 / yr
$2429/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 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

🧬 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%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wilberforce known for? +

Wilberforce is known for its extraordinary colonial history as one of the original five Macquarie towns established in 1810. The suburb has multiple State Heritage-listed sites and is part of a remarkable cluster of historic agricultural settlements along the Hawkesbury River.

How far is Wilberforce from Sydney? +

Wilberforce is approximately 62 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, with a drive time of around 60-75 minutes via Richmond Road or the Hawkesbury River route.

Does Wilberforce have public transport? +

Wilberforce is served by bus routes connecting to Richmond and Windsor, which have train stations on the Richmond Line providing services to the Sydney CBD. A car is recommended for everyday errands.

What is the population of Wilberforce? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wilberforce has a population of approximately 2,957 residents within the City of Hawkesbury local government area.

Is Wilberforce a good place to live? +

Wilberforce offers a rare blend of colonial heritage, rural character, and river scenery within reach of Sydney. It suits history enthusiasts, families seeking space, and those wanting a semi-rural lifestyle enriched by Australian history and the beautiful Hawkesbury River environment.

What is the postcode for Wilberforce? +

The postcode for Wilberforce is 2756.

What is the average income in Wilberforce? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Wilberforce is about $915 per week (around $47,600 per year). The median household income is $2,259 per week and the median family income is $2,429 per week.

What is the median house price in Wilberforce? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,340,000, up 16.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Wilberforce? +

The median age in Wilberforce is 39. The largest age group is 45–54 (474 residents, around 16%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Wilberforce a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wilberforce is part of the Hawkesbury 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 Wilberforce? +

In Wilberforce, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,364 (2021 Census).