How far is Belfield from Sydney CBD?

Belfield is approximately 14 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 35-50 min in peak hour and 20-25 min off-peak.

Does Belfield have public transport?

The nearest train station is Belmore Station (1.2 km away, approximately 15 min walk) on the T3 Bankstown Line. Bus services include 415, running to Strathfield to Campsie via Belfield in approximately 10-15 min.

What is the population of Belfield?

According to the 2021 Census, Belfield has a population of 6,555 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

What is the postcode for Belfield?

The postcode for Belfield is 2191. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Belfield?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Belfield is about $672 per week (around $34,900 per year). The median household income is $1,727 per week and the median family income is $2,056 per week.

What is the median house price in Belfield?

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,017,500, up 8.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $897,500, up 5.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Belfield?

The median age in Belfield is 40. The largest age group is 45–54 (938 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Belfield a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Belfield is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown 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 Belfield?

In Belfield, the median weekly rent is $460, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,500 (2021 Census).

Belfield

NSW 2191 • Greater Sydney

6,555

Population (2021)

$89,804

Median Household Income

1.78 km²

Area

$460/wk

Median Rent

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About Belfield

Belfield is a quiet residential suburb located approximately 14 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD, within the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area. With a population of around 6,555 (2021 Census), it is a compact suburb covering just 1.8 square kilometres. The predominant age group is 50-59 years, and households are primarily couples with children. Belfield has a strong multicultural character with significant Italian, Chinese, and Lebanese communities.

The suburb offers a pleasant suburban lifestyle with 13 parks covering nearly 14% of the total area. Belfield is well-positioned between the shopping hubs of Campsie and Strathfield, providing easy access to restaurants, supermarkets, and retail. Most residents work in professional occupations, and over 66% of homes are owner-occupied. The leafy streets and family-oriented atmosphere make it popular with established families looking for a quieter alternative to neighbouring suburbs.

Belfield falls under postcode 2191 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Strathfield electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2191

Urban Area

Canterbury

LGA / Council

Canterbury-Bankstown

Federal Electorate

Watson

State Electorate

Strathfield

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-33.90°, 151.09°

Statistical Area

Greater Sydney

Area

1.78 km²

Elevation

22m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$2.02M

46 sales · ▲ 8.6% vs 2024

🏢Unit / Apartment

$898K

42 sales · ▲ 5.6% 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)

$460

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$2,500

Avg Household Size

2.9 people

Median Age

40 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

9.6%

178 state housing + 32 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Belmore Station

1.2 km

15 min

Campsie Station

1.5 km

18 min

Strathfield Station

2.8 km

35 min

Lakemba Station

2 km

25 min

Bus Services

415 — Strathfield to Campsie via Belfield 10-15 min
490 — Drummoyne to Hurstville via Belfield 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance

14 km

By Train

30-35 min via Campsie

By Bus

45-55 min

By Car (Peak)

35-50 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

20-25 min

🛣️ Best accessed via Campsie or Belmore stations on the T3 Bankstown Line

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. Good footpath network but most shopping requires a short drive or bus.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

⛪

Retaval Belfield

3 Elliott Street

IndependentPrimaryCoedCatholic
⛪

St Michael's Primary School

24 Margaret Street

CatholicPrimaryCoed

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)

130.3 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.3%

Motor vehicle theft

167.9 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Stable

Non-DV assault

311.2 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.5%

Robbery (unarmed)

10.6 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%

Steal from vehicle

289.2 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%

View all 62 offence types for Canterbury-Bankstown →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

6,322

Census 2021

6,555

▲ 3.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$28,496

Personal Income 2021

$34,944

▲ 22.6% 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

$34,944 / yr

$672/wk

Household

$89,804 / yr

$1727/wk

Family

$106,912 / yr

$2056/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,765

Born Overseas 2,506

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. Lebanon 395
2. China 388
3. South Korea 215
4. Italy 169
5. Greece 134
6. Vietnam 98
7. Philippines 91
8. India 76
9. New Zealand 61
10. England 58
11. Hong Kong 57
12. Malaysia 43
13. Fiji 38
14. Nepal 37
15. Egypt 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 1,260

Australian 925

Italian 839

Chinese 827

English 674

Greek 472

Korean 299

Irish 255

Scottish 147

Filipino 137

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,419

Both parents born in Australia

4,073

Both parents born overseas

758

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

63.9%

No Religion

16.9%

Islam

6.4%

Buddhism

4.3%

Hinduism

2.3%

Sikhism

0.1%

Judaism

0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

355 (5.4%)

5-14 years

884 (13.5%)

15-19 years

451 (6.9%)

20-24 years

353 (5.4%)

25-34 years

749 (11.4%)

35-44 years

848 (12.9%)

45-54 years

938 (14.3%)

55-64 years

816 (12.4%)

65-74 years

589 (9.0%)

75-84 years

401 (6.1%)

85+ years

159 (2.4%)