LITHGOW
LITHGOW Property Overview
Local Schools (1)
Public (1)
Lithgow High School
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About LITHGOW
Lithgow is located in Regional NSW. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 4,956 with a density of 829 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $540,000, below Sydney average.
Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Lithgow High School has 1 Distinguished Achievers.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 17272 per 100,000, 2.60x the NSW average, higher crime rate, caution advised.
Demographics: English comprises 41.55%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (40.78%) and Irish (12.13%).
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Lithgow has a house median of $540,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Lithgow has a crime rate of 17272 per 100,000, which is 2.60x the NSW average (6635). Above NSW average, on-site investigation recommended.
Government schools: Lithgow High School, 2024 HSC results: 1 Distinguished Achievers.
According to ABS 2021 Census, Lithgow has a population of 4,956, with Chinese comprising 1.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (41.55%), Aust (40.78%), Irish (12.13%), Scottish (11.08%), Aust_Abor (6.26%).
Lithgow is approximately 140.4km from Sydney CBD, about 124 minutes by car or 175 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.