Sydney, NSW
General Information:
- Location: Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales, located on the east coast of Australia.
- Elevation: The city’s central area is around 58 meters (190 feet) above sea level.
- Population: As of the 2021 Census, Sydney had a metropolitan population of approximately 5.3 million people, making it the largest city in Australia.
- Area: The Greater Sydney region covers approximately 12,367 square kilometers.
- Postcode: The central business district (CBD) of Sydney has the postcode 2000, while outer suburbs have different postcodes.
- LGA: Sydney is divided into several local government areas, with the **City of Sydney** governing the central business district and surrounding areas.
Demographics:
- Languages spoken: Over 35% of Sydney’s population speaks a language other than English at home, with common languages being Mandarin, Arabic, Cantonese, and Vietnamese.
- Cultural diversity: Sydney is highly multicultural, with significant communities from China, India, the UK, Lebanon, and Vietnam, among others.
- Religion: Sydney has a mix of religious affiliations, with Christianity (including Catholicism and Anglicanism) being most common, followed by Islam and Buddhism.
Local Government & Council:
The City of Sydney is responsible for the central area, while over 30 other councils manage surrounding suburbs. These councils oversee local infrastructure, services, and community programs.
Public Transport & Connectivity:
Sydney is well-served by an extensive public transport network, including trains, buses, ferries, and the light rail. Sydney Trains operates the suburban rail network, while roads such as the M1, M2, and M5 motorways connect the city with regional areas.
Coordinates:
- Latitude: -33.8688° S
- Longitude: 151.2093° E