Lithgow
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
Set at the gateway to the Blue Mountains, Lithgow is a historic town known for its industrial heritage and dramatic mountain scenery. The compact center, friendly locals, and abundant natural attractions make it a great base for exploring inland New South Wales.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
4,956
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-33.32°, 150.19°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,785
Local Cost
$1,087
Local Income
$2,250
Cashless
85
English
100
Temperature
13.2°C
Summer Avg
19.7°C
Winter Avg
6.5°C
Record High
38.7°C
Record Low
-3.9°C
Humidity
70%
Precipitation
751 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.