Overview
Geographical and demographic description
Bennelong covers Sydney's northern suburbs around Ryde, featuring diverse multicultural communities, commercial areas, and Macquarie University.
The Bennelong electorate in NSW is currently represented by Jerome Laxale (Labor) since 2022. This electorate profile provides comprehensive information about local issues, voting history, demographic breakdown, and electoral boundaries.
Key Areas
EastwoodEppingRydeMacquarie ParkGladesville
Key Local Issues
Housing Affordability
high
Managing rising housing costs in an increasingly high-density area.
Transport
medium
Improving connectivity between major business centers and residential areas.
Election History
| Year | Winner | 2PP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Jerome Laxale (Labor) | 54.4% | +7.6% |
| 2019 | John Alexander (Liberal) | 53.2% | -2.3% |
| 2016 | John Alexander (Liberal) | 55.5% | -2% |
Quick Facts
State: NSW
Type: Urban
Population: 169,000
MP Since: 2022
Demographics
Median Age: 38
Median Income: $2,100 weekly
University Educated: 46%