Overview
Geography and description
Kingsford Smith covers southeastern Sydney suburbs, featuring coastal communities, Sydney Airport, Port Botany, and diverse residential areas.
Key Suburbs
MaroubraRandwickCoogeeMascotBotanyKingsfordLa Perouse
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Winner | Party | TPP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Matt Thistlethwaite | Labor | 60.2% | +8.1% |
| 2019 | Matt Thistlethwaite | Labor | 57.4% | -2.8% |
| 2022 | Matt Thistlethwaite | Labor | 63.6% | +6.2% |
Current Representative
Elected Member of Parliament
Key Issues
Important local matters
Transport Infrastructure
HighManaging impacts of airport and port operations on surrounding communities.
Housing Affordability
HighAddressing high housing costs in desirable beachside suburbs.
Demographics
Population and statistics
Population
167,000
Median Age
36 years
Median Income
$2,100 weekly
Major Industries
TransportEducationHealthcareProfessional ServicesRetail
Education
University Degree
44%
Completed High School
88%