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Cawdor
New South Wales
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Cawdor NSW 2570, Australia
Cawdor is located in New South Wales
Cawdor
Cawdor
Location in New South Wales
Population 430 (2021 census)
Postcode(s) 2570
Elevation 98 m (322 ft)
Location
LGA(s)
State electorate(s)
  • Wollondilly
  • Camden
Federal Division(s)
Localities around Cawdor:
Mount Hunter Bickley Vale Camden Park
Mount Hunter Cawdor Menangle
Razorback Razorback Douglas Park

Cawdor is a small and quiet village located in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It's part of the wider Wollondilly Shire area. A small piece of Cawdor also falls within the Camden Council region.

About Cawdor

Cawdor is known for its peaceful, rural setting. It's a great example of a small Australian village. Villages like Cawdor often have a close-knit community. They are usually surrounded by natural landscapes.

Where is Cawdor?

Cawdor is located in New South Wales. This state is on the southeastern coast of Australia. The village is about 74 kilometers (around 46 miles) southwest of Sydney. Sydney is Australia's largest city. This means Cawdor is close enough to a big city for visits, but far enough away to be quiet.

Local Government Areas

Cawdor is mainly in the Wollondilly Shire. A "shire" is a type of local government area in Australia. It helps manage things like roads, parks, and community services. A small part of Cawdor is also in the Camden Council area. Both councils work to make life better for the people living there.

Population of Cawdor

Understanding a place often starts with its people. The latest count was done in 2021.

Who Lives in Cawdor?

At the 2021 census, there were 430 people living in Cawdor. Most people, about 84.4%, were born in Australia. This shows it's a place where many local families live.

Languages and Beliefs

When it comes to languages, most people in Cawdor speak English at home. About 91.4% of residents use English only. This makes communication easy for everyone. For religious beliefs, the most common ones were Catholic (39.1%) and Anglican (22.8%). These numbers help us understand the community's background.

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