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Claymore, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Claymore is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,604. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
2,604 Population 1/sq mi density
285 ft Elevation 87 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$16,325 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,325 median income, 13.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$117,800 home value, $589/mo rent

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About Claymore

Claymore

Claymore is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Claymore is located 54 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of the City of Campbelltown and is part of the Macarthur region. The majority of housing in Claymore is owned by Housing NSW. The streets are named after Australian artists.

People

Population2,604
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$16,325
Per Capita$16,325
Unemployment13.4%

Housing

C+
Home Value$117,800
Rent$589
Ownership26.5%
Housing Units1,042

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Population2,604
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates-34.0465°, 150.8111°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,325
Median Age28.0 years

About Claymore

Claymore is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,604. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet (87 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Claymore has a population of 2,604 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,265.5 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,604
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below Australia avg
2,265.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Claymore vs Australia Average

The median household income in Claymore is $16,325, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,325 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $314, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 247 business establishments.

Income: Claymore vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$16,325
78% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$16,325
Avg Weekly Wage$314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
272% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)247

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Claymore is $117,800, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $589 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 26.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,042 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,800
58% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$589
49% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership26.5%
Owner-Occupied26.5%
Renter-Occupied73.5%
Housing Units1,042

Property Tax

Climate in Claymore

Claymore has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 723 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.8°C / 75°F 17.3° / 30.4° 71.2
Feb 23.1°C / 74°F 17.2° / 29° 114.3
Mar 20.9°C / 70°F 15.1° / 26.7° 77.6
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 11° / 24° 49.6
May 13.6°C / 56°F 6.4° / 20.9° 35.0
Jun 11.4°C / 53°F 4.9° / 17.9° 76.8
Jul 10.4°C / 51°F 3.2° / 17.5° 34.9
Aug 11.6°C / 53°F 4° / 19.3° 43.6
Sep 14.8°C / 59°F 7.1° / 22.6° 32.2
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 10.2° / 25° 55.6
Nov 20°C / 68°F 13.3° / 26.8° 70.0
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 15.7° / 29° 62.0
Claymore enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area2,265.5 sq mi (5,867.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.0465°N, 150.8111°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 127 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 43 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 22 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 16 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 40 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 55 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 116 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 100 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 29 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 36 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 135 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
February 71°F (22°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
March 69°F (20°C) 4.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in

Claymore has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Claymore

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Claymore Public School - - - -
Blairmount Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Claymore

29 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sky News Australia Radio conservative, discussion AAC+ 64 kbps
Triple J - AAC+ 56 kbps
Triple J (QLD) alternative, indie AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Sydney news, talk AAC 94 kbps
triple j (NSW) dance, hip-hop AAC 238 kbps
Indian link radio music MP3 128 kbps
2SM SRN Sydney news talk, sport AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Radio National Live 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
ABC Country 20220701 country AAC 238 kbps
ABC RN culture, history AAC+ 56 kbps
Voice of Islam islamic MP3
CADA (AAC+) urban AAC+ 48 kbps
CADA (MP3) urban MP3 128 kbps
ABC 702kHz AM Sydney NSW Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
ABC Classic FM 20220701 classic, news AAC 238 kbps
SBS PopAsia c-pop, cantonese AAC+ 97 kbps
C-Dance club, dance MP3 192 kbps
C91.3 - AAC+ 64 kbps
Pulse 89.9 FM - MP3 128 kbps
Bondi Radio (MP3) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
C91.3 FM - Macarthur's Radio Station commercial, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Power Cuts Radio - AAC+ 64 kbps
Northside Radio 99.3 - AAC+ 128 kbps
Starter FM dance, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Eastside Radio 89.7FM - AAC 192 kbps
Hawkesbury Radio - Sydney (MP3) community radio MP3 192 kbps
Hawkesbury Radio - AAC 48 kbps
i98FM - MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Claymore

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Army Museum of Military Engineering
Brislington Medical and Nursing Museum
Camden Museum
Camden Museum of Aviation
Campbelltown Steam Museum
Collingwood House
Elizabeth Farm
Experiment Farm Cottage
Fairfield City Museum and Gallery
Fairfield City Museum And Gallery
Linnwood Museum
Liverpool Regional Museum and Family History Centre
Minto Carriage Museum
Nativity House Museum And Gallery
New South Wales Lancers Memorial Museum
NSW Rail Museum
Old Government House
Richmond Villa Heritage Centre
Sydney Tramway Museum
Wollondilly Heritage Centre
YMCA building

Libraries in Claymore

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Auburn Library0.0
Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre0.0
Bonnyrigg Branch Library0.0
Camden Library0.0
Campbelltown TAFE Library0.0
Carnes Hill Library0.0
Casula Library0.0
Casula Library0.0
Chester Hill Library0.0
Eagle Vale Library0.0
Eagle Vale Library0.0
Engadine Library0.0
Ermington Library0.0
Fairfield Library and Cafe0.0
Federal Court of Australia Library & Information Services, Parramatta0.0
Glenquarie Library0.0
Granville Branch Library0.0
Green Valley Library0.0
Greenacre Library And Knowledge Centre0.0
Greystanes Library0.0
Guildford Library0.0
H. J. Daley Library0.0
Helensburgh Library0.0
Ingleburn Library0.0
Lidcombe Library0.0
Liverpool TAFE Library0.0
Local Studies Family History Library0.0
Loftus TAFE Library0.0
Menai Library0.0
Merrylands Central Library0.0
Miller Library0.0
Moorebank Library0.0
Narellan Library0.0
Oran Park Library0.0
Padstow Library0.0
Panania Library0.0
Parramatta Library0.0
Persian Library0.0
Picton Library0.0
Regents Park Library0.0
Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre0.0
Smithfield Library0.0
Sydney Uni Library Camden Campus0.0
Toy Library0.0
Wentworthville Library0.0
Western Sydney University Parramatta City Campus Library0.0
Wetherill Park Library0.0
Whitlam Library0.0
Whitlam Library0.0
William Carey Christian School Library0.0
Yellamundie Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Claymore

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fairfield Showgrounds
Peakhurst Foodies and Farmers Market
Shire Farmers Market
WF Plastic Pty Ltd

Breweries in Claymore

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tooheys Brewery Lidcombe

Stadiums & Teams in Claymore

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Claymore

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport-Large Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowral Private Airfield-Small Airport
Bullio Airport-Small Airport
Dr Fox Airstrip-Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport-Small Airport
Katoomba Airport-Small Airport
Mittagong Airport-Small Airport
Robertson Airstrip-Small Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield-Small Airport
Tadji Park Airstrip-Small Airport
The Oaks Airport-Small Airport
Tucker Creek Airstrip-Small Airport
Wedderburn Aerodrome-Small Airport
Wilton Airport-Small Airport
Yerranderie Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Claymore

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Claymore Post Office

Treatment Centers in Claymore

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Better Rehab Bankstown
Direct Solutions Rehabilitation and Occupational Services
Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital

Churches & Religious Organizations in Claymore

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Westside Baptist Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Claymore

What is the population of Claymore?

Claymore has a population of 2,604 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,265.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Claymore expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,325, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $117,800 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $589 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Claymore?

Claymore enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.

How is the job market in Claymore?

The job market in Claymore faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $314. There are 247 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Claymore?

The median home value in Claymore is $117,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $589. The homeownership rate is 26.5%.

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