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Heathcote, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Heathcote is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 5,935. Elevation: 636 ft (194 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
5,935 Population 3/sq mi density
636 ft Elevation 194 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$32,347 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,347 median income, 2.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$293,000 home value, $1,465/mo rent

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About Heathcote

Heathcote

Heathcote is a suburb of Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia. The suburb is located 36 km south of the Sydney central business district in the Sutherland Shire of Southern Sydney. Heathcote is bordered by Engadine to the north and Waterfall to the south. It is bounded by the Royal National Park to the east, and Heathcote National Park to the west.

People

Population5,935
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,347
Per Capita$32,347
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

D
Home Value$293,000
Rent$1,465
Ownership88.0%
Housing Units2,374

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Population5,935
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Coordinates-34.0841°, 151.0131°
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$32,347
Median Age43.0 years

About Heathcote

Heathcote is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 5,935. The city sits at an elevation of 636 feet (194 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.

Heathcote has a population of 5,935 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,265.5 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,935
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
2,265.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Heathcote vs Australia Average

The median household income in Heathcote is $32,347, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,347 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $622, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 564 business establishments.

Income: Heathcote vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,347
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,347
Avg Weekly Wage$622

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)564

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Heathcote is $293,000, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,465 (26% above the national average of $1,163). 88.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,374 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,000
4% above Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,465
26% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.0%
Owner-Occupied88.0%
Renter-Occupied12.0%
Housing Units2,374

Property Tax

Climate in Heathcote

Heathcote has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 800 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C / 75°F 18.8° / 29.3° 80.4
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 18.4° / 28.5° 112.9
Mar 21.8°C / 71°F 16.7° / 26.8° 79.4
Apr 18.4°C / 65°F 12.8° / 24° 70.5
May 15°C / 59°F 9.2° / 20.8° 47.3
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 7.1° / 18° 88.2
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 5.4° / 17.8° 43.7
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.1° / 19.4° 44.3
Sep 15.6°C / 60°F 9° / 22.2° 39.5
Oct 18.4°C / 65°F 12.1° / 24.7° 52.6
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 14.7° / 26° 69.7
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 17.1° / 27.8° 71.4
Heathcote 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 636 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

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area2,265.5 sq mi (5,867.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-34.0841°N, 151.0131°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.59"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.48"

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 54 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 37 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 35 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 58 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 67 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 104 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 117 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 19 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 54 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 142 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
February 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.6 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in Driest
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in

Heathcote has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and September the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Heathcote

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Heathcote High School — — — —
Heathcote East Public School — — — —
Heathcote Public School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Heathcote

28 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
2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio australian music, community radio 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
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
i98FM — MP3 64 kbps
Hawkesbury Radio — AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Heathcote

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Army Museum of Military Engineering
Australian Golf Heritage Society Museum
Australian Museum
Australian National Maritime Museum
Beulah Vista
Campbelltown Steam Museum
Carss Cottage Museum
Chau Chak Wing Museum
City of Canada Bay Museum
Cockatoo Island
Collingwood House
Don Bank Museum
Elizabeth Bay House
Fairfield City Museum and Gallery
Fairfield City Museum And Gallery
Former Barracks Building
George Hanna Museum
Hazelhurst Gallery
Hurstville Museum and Gallery
Hyde Park Barracks
Justice & Police Museum
La Perouse Museum (Former Cable Station)
Linnwood Museum
Liverpool Regional Museum and Family History Centre
Madame Tussauds Sydney
Mary MacKillop Place Museum
Minto Carriage Museum
Museum of Sydney
MV Cape Don
Naala Nura
Nativity House Museum And Gallery
Opal Museum
Pipe Kiln No 1
Portuguese Ethnographic Museum of Australia
Powerhouse Museum
Prince Henry Hospital Nursing and Medical Museum
Qtopia
Reserve Bank of Australia Museum
Richmond Villa Heritage Centre
Royal Australian Navy Heritage Centre
Sisters of Charity Heritage Centre and Archives
Stage 7
Susannah Place Museum
Sydney Bus Museum
Sydney Jewish Museum
Sydney Observatory
Sydney Tramway Museum
The Big Dig Education Centre
The Mint
The Museum of Human Disease
The Rocks Discovery Museum
Westpac Museum
White Rabbit Gallery
Woolwich Dock and Parklands
YMCA building

Libraries in Heathcote

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arncliffe Library0.0
Arncliffe Library0.0
Ashfield Library0.0
Ashfield Library0.0
Ashley Dawson-Damer Children’s Art Library0.0
Ashley Dawson-Damer Children’s Art Library0.0
Auburn Library0.0
Balmain Library0.0
Balmain Library0.0
Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre0.0
Bexley North Library0.0
Bonnyrigg Branch Library0.0
Bowen Library Maroubra0.0
Bowen Library Maroubra0.0
Brighton-Le-Sands Library0.0
Bundeena Library0.0
Burwood Library0.0
Burwood Library0.0
Campbelltown TAFE Library0.0
Campsie Library0.0
Caringbah Public Library0.0
Carnes Hill Library0.0
Caroline Simpson Library0.0
Caroline Simpson Library0.0
Casula Library0.0
Casula Library0.0
Chester Hill Library0.0
Clive James Library and Service Centre0.0
Concord Library0.0
Conservatorium Library0.0
Conservatorium Library0.0
Cronulla Library0.0
Customs House Library0.0
Customs House Library0.0
Darling Square Library0.0
Darling Square Library0.0
Dulwich Hill Library0.0
Dulwich Hill Library0.0
Eagle Vale Library0.0
Eagle Vale Library0.0
Earlwood Library0.0
Eastgardens Library0.0
Eastgardens Library0.0
Edmund and Joanna Capon Research Library0.0
Edmund and Joanna Capon Research Library0.0
Engadine Library0.0
Esperanto House0.0
Esperanto House0.0
Fairfield Library and Cafe0.0
Five Dock Library0.0
Five Dock Library0.0
Glebe Library0.0
Glebe Library0.0
Glenquarie Library0.0
Granville Branch Library0.0
Green Square Library0.0
Green Valley Library0.0
Greenacre Library And Knowledge Centre0.0
Guildford Library0.0
Gymea TAFE Library0.0
H. J. Daley Library0.0
Haberfield Library0.0
Haberfield Library0.0
Helensburgh Library0.0
High Street Community Library0.0
Hurstville City Library0.0
Ingleburn Library0.0
Japan Foundation Library0.0
Japan Foundation Library0.0
Jura Books0.0
Jura Books0.0
Kings Cross Library0.0
Kings Cross Library0.0
Kirrawee Library+0.0
Lakemba Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Leichhardt Library0.0
Leichhardt Library0.0
Library Link Pyrmont0.0
Library Link Pyrmont0.0
Library Link Town Hall0.0
Library Link Town Hall0.0
Lidcombe Library0.0
Liverpool TAFE Library0.0
Loftus TAFE Library0.0
Malabar Community Library0.0
Marrickville Library0.0
Mascot Library0.0
Mascot Library0.0
Menai Library0.0
Merrylands Central Library0.0
Miller Library0.0
Miranda Public Library0.0
Mitchell Library0.0
Moorebank Library0.0
NAS Library0.0
NAS Library0.0
Newtown Library0.0
Oatley Library0.0
Paddington Library0.0
Paddington Library0.0
Padstow Library0.0
Panania Library0.0
Penshurst Library0.0
Randwick Library0.0
Randwick Library0.0
Regents Park Library0.0
Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre0.0
Rockdale Library0.0
Sans Souci Library0.0
SciTech Library0.0
SciTech Library0.0
Smithfield Library0.0
South Hurstville Branch Library0.0
St Peters Library0.0
St Peters Library0.0
Stanmore Library0.0
State Library of New South Wales0.0
Strathfield Council Library0.0
Surry Hills Library0.0
Sutherland Library0.0
Sylvania Library0.0
TAFE NSW Ultimo Library0.0
TAFE NSW Ultimo Library0.0
Thirroul Library0.0
Toy Library0.0
Ultimo Library0.0
Ultimo Library0.0
UNSW Library0.0
UNSW Library0.0
UTS Library0.0
UTS Library0.0
Waterloo Library0.0
Waterloo Library0.0
Waverley library0.0
Waverley library0.0
Wetherill Park Library0.0
Whitlam Library0.0
William Carey Christian School Library0.0
Woollahra Library0.0
Woollahra Library0.0
Yellamundie Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Heathcote

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blak Markets
Caringbah Markets
Carriageworks Farmers Market
Double Bay Market
Double Bay Market
Fairfield Showgrounds
Farmer's Market
Foodies & Farmers Market Bayside
Foodies & Farmers Market Bayside
Glebe Market
Glebe Market
Kings Cross Market
Kings Cross Market
Kirribilli Markets
Kirribilli Markets
Paddington Markets
Paddington Markets
Paddy's Market
Paddy's Market Flemington
Paddy's Markets
Peakhurst Foodies and Farmers Market
Ramsgate Day Market
Shire Farmers Market
Sydney Fish Market
The Rocks Market
The Rocks Market
WF Plastic Pty Ltd

Train Stations in Heathcote

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Gas Stations in Heathcote

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol Foodary
Ampol Foodary Heathcote Northbound
BP
Coles Express

Breweries in Heathcote

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
2 Halfs Brewing & Distilling
2 Halfs Brewing & Distilling
Akasha
Akasha
Batch Brewing Company
Future brewing
Future brewing
James Squire
James Squire
Kicks Brewing
Kicks Brewing
Shark Island
Sydney Brewery - Surry Hills
Sydney Brewery - Surry Hills
Tooheys Brewery Lidcombe

Stadiums & Teams in Heathcote

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Airports Near Heathcote

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport—Large 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
Cambewarra Airstrip—Small Airport
Dr Fox Airstrip—Small Airport
Holsworthy (Military) Airport—Small Airport
Jaspers Brush Airfield—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

Treatment Centers in Heathcote

36 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A [TEST]
Acute Ophthalmic Services (AOS)
Annandale Eye Care
Better Rehab Bankstown
Bondi Road Doctors
Botany Medical Centre
Covid-19 Test Clinic
Crown St Medical Centre
D3 Clinic
Direct Solutions Rehabilitation and Occupational Services
East Sydney Doctors
Eastern Surburbs General Practice
Family Medical Prctice Ashfield
Family Practice
First Care Medical Centre
Glebe Medical Centre
Holy family Medical Centre
Hyde Park Medical Centre
JMD Family Medical Centre
Leslie Chan Herbalist
Marinucci Medical Centre
Maroubra Medical & Dental Centre
Monash IVF Sydney Day Hospital
Multicare Family Medical Centre
Myhealth Medical Centre - Potts Point
Myhealth Medical Centre Central Park
Myoenergy Health and Phillip Hanney
Newtown Chiropractic Clinic
Petersham Family Medical Centre
Real Health Medical Centre
Redfern Medical Centre
SelectSkin
Surry Hills Medical Centre
Tensegrity Sports Clinics
Victoria Tower Medical
Vital Health Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Heathcote

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
The Fred Eddes Chapel

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Heathcote

What is the population of Heathcote?

Heathcote has a population of 5,935 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,265.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Heathcote expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,347, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $293,000 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,465 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Heathcote?

Heathcote 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 Heathcote?

The job market in Heathcote is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $622. There are 564 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Heathcote?

The median home value in Heathcote is $293,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,465. The homeownership rate is 88.0%.

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