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Sanctuary Point, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Sanctuary Point is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 7,020. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
7,020 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
35.0 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

Population7,020
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population7,020
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-35.1036°, 150.6267°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (888 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Sanctuary Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sanctuary Point 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. Sanctuary Point 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

Sanctuary Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Sanctuary Point has a population of 7,020. 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

7,020
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Sanctuary Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sanctuary Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanctuary Point 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: Sanctuary Point 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 Sanctuary Point, 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: Sanctuary Point 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

Sanctuary Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 35.0 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 59 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-35.1036°N, 150.6267°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
February 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in

Sanctuary Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 54°F in June to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sanctuary Point

What is the population of Sanctuary Point?

Sanctuary Point has a population of 7,020 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Sanctuary Point expensive to live in?

Sanctuary Point 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 Sanctuary Point?

Sanctuary Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Sanctuary Point?

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

How are the schools in Sanctuary Point?

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

How healthy is Sanctuary Point?

The obesity rate in Sanctuary Point 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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