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Paddington, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Paddington is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 12,686. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
12,686 Population 21,872/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population12,686
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density21,872/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population12,686
Population Density21,872 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates-33.8842°, 151.2315°
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 Age37.5 years

Is Paddington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paddington receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Paddington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Paddington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Paddington has a population of 12,686 with a density of 21,872 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,686
Total Population
21,872
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Paddington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Paddington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paddington is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Paddington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Paddington, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Paddington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Paddington 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density21,872/sq mi
Coordinates-33.8842°N, 151.2315°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in

Paddington has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 54°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.8").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density21,872/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Paddington

What is the population of Paddington?

Paddington has a population of 12,686 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 21,872 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Paddington expensive to live in?

Paddington is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Paddington?

Paddington 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Paddington?

Paddington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Paddington?

35.0% of adults in Paddington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Paddington?

The obesity rate in Paddington is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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