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Auburn

NSW 2144 • Greater Sydney

39,333
Population (2021)
$79,716
Median Household Income
8.56 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyWell-ConnectedAffordable

About Auburn

Auburn is a vibrant Western Sydney suburb located 16 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD, within the Cumberland City Council local government area. With a population of nearly 40,000 residents, it is one of Sydney's most culturally diverse communities, home to large Middle Eastern, Asian, and Pacific Islander communities. The suburb sits at an elevation of 23 metres and covers a compact urban footprint, bordered by Lidcombe to the east and South Granville to the west.

Auburn offers a bustling town centre anchored by Auburn Central shopping centre, with an eclectic mix of restaurants, halal butchers, Turkish bakeries, and international grocers reflecting its multicultural character. Families are drawn by affordable housing, multiple public schools, and easy access to parks along the Duck River corridor. Train connectivity is excellent via the T1 Western Line and T2 Inner West & Leppington Line at Auburn Station, making it genuinely accessible to Parramatta and the Sydney CBD.

Auburn falls under postcode 2144 and is governed by Cumberland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Auburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2144
Urban Area
Auburn
LGA / Council
Cumberland
Federal Electorate
Blaxland
State Electorate
Auburn
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 151.03°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
8.56 km²
Elevation
33m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Auburn for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.53M
182 sales · ▲ 11.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$652K
544 sales · ▲ 15.4% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
31 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.2%

428 state housing + 143 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Auburn
0.5 km
6 min
Lidcombe
1.8 km
22 min
Clyde
2.1 km
26 min
Berala
2.3 km
28 min

Bus Services

  • 908, 909 — Parramatta ↔ Burwood 15–25 min to Parramatta
  • 906 — Auburn ↔ Lakemba 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
30–35 min (T1/T2 direct)
By Bus
55–70 min
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
22–28 min

🛣️ Direct train to Central Station without interchange. T2 line also serves Strathfield for Blue Mountains connections.

Walkability Very Walkable

Auburn town centre is compact and pedestrian-friendly with shops, supermarkets, and services within easy walking distance of the station.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Queen And Park Road Auburn 2144 NSW
  • ALDI
    Cnr Queen St, Harrow Rd, Auburn NSW 2144

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Auburn, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Auburn Railway Signal Box
Great Southern and Western Railway, Auburn • SHR #01023
Electricity Substation No. 167
93 Parramatta Road Auburn • SHR #01790

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Cumberland Local Government Area, which contains Auburn. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
199.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
199.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Non-DV assault
368.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.1%
Steal from vehicle
417.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Cumberland →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
37,366
Census 2021
39,333
▲ 5.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$22,568
Personal Income 2021
$30,160
▲ 33.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$30,160 / yr
$580/wk
Household
$79,716 / yr
$1533/wk
Family
$74,880 / yr
$1440/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 11,014
Born Overseas 25,286

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 5,656
  • 2. Nepal 5,009
  • 3. India 2,117
  • 4. Turkey 1,698
  • 5. Pakistan 1,473
  • 6. Afghanistan 1,469
  • 7. Lebanon 1,125
  • 8. Vietnam 756
  • 9. Iraq 521
  • 10. Sri Lanka 451

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 8,574
Lebanese 2,452
Indian 2,393
English 2,369
Australian 2,258
Korean 579
Filipino 557
Vietnamese 539
Italian 296
Irish 249

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,673
Both parents born in Australia
32,720
Both parents born overseas
1,672
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Islam
38.5%
No Religion
17.4%
Christianity
15.2%
Hinduism
13.6%
Buddhism
5.4%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
2,523 (6.4%)
5-14 years
4,347 (11.1%)
15-19 years
1,879 (4.8%)
20-24 years
4,606 (11.7%)
25-34 years
9,013 (22.9%)
35-44 years
5,317 (13.5%)
45-54 years
4,000 (10.2%)
55-64 years
3,657 (9.3%)
65-74 years
2,288 (5.8%)
75-84 years
1,189 (3.0%)
85+ years
515 (1.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Auburn known for? +

Auburn offers a bustling town centre anchored by Auburn Central shopping centre, with an eclectic mix of restaurants, halal butchers, Turkish bakeries, and international grocers reflecting its multicultural character.

How far is Auburn from Sydney CBD? +

Auburn is approximately 16 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 35–50 min in peak hour and 22–28 min off-peak.

Does Auburn have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Auburn (0.5 km away, approximately 6 min walk) on the T1 Western, T2 Inner West & Leppington. Bus services include 908, 909, running to Parramatta ↔ Burwood in approximately 15–25 min to Parramatta.

What is the population of Auburn? +

According to the 2021 Census, Auburn has a population of 39,333 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Auburn a good place to live? +

Auburn is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Families are drawn by affordable housing, multiple public schools, and easy access to parks along the Duck River corridor.

What is the postcode for Auburn? +

The postcode for Auburn is 2144. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Auburn? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Auburn is about $580 per week (around $30,200 per year). The median household income is $1,533 per week and the median family income is $1,440 per week.

What is the median house price in Auburn? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,530,000, up 11.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $651,944, up 15.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Auburn? +

The median age in Auburn is 31. The largest age group is 25–34 (9,013 residents, around 23%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Auburn a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Auburn is part of the Cumberland LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Auburn? +

In Auburn, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).