Overview
Geographical and demographic description
Kingsford Smith covers southeastern Sydney suburbs, featuring coastal communities, Sydney Airport, Port Botany, and diverse residential areas.
The Kingsford Smith electorate in NSW is currently represented by Matt Thistlethwaite (Labor) since 2013. This electorate profile provides comprehensive information about local issues, voting history, demographic breakdown, and electoral boundaries.
Key Areas
MaroubraRandwickCoogeeMascotBotanyKingsfordLa Perouse
Key Local Issues
Transport Infrastructure
high
Managing impacts of airport and port operations on surrounding communities.
Housing Affordability
high
Addressing high housing costs in desirable beachside suburbs.
Election History
| Year | Winner | 2PP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Matt Thistlethwaite (Labor) | 63.6% | +6.2% |
| 2019 | Matt Thistlethwaite (Labor) | 57.4% | -2.8% |
| 2016 | Matt Thistlethwaite (Labor) | 60.2% | +8.1% |
Quick Facts
State: NSW
Type: Urban
Population: 167,000
MP Since: 2013
Demographics
Median Age: 36
Median Income: $2,100 weekly
University Educated: 44%