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Bonnyrigg Heights

NSW 2177 • Greater Sydney

7,369
Population (2021)
$100,360
Median Household Income
2.15 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyAffordableYoung Families

About Bonnyrigg Heights

Bonnyrigg Heights is a residential suburb in Sydney's western region, located approximately 36 kilometres west of the CBD within the City of Fairfield local government area. With a population of around 7,369 residents, it is one of the most culturally diverse communities in New South Wales, with strong Vietnamese, Chinese, Italian and Serbian communities. The suburb sits at an elevation of 55 metres and covers 2.15 square kilometres of established streets and leafy residential blocks.

Life in Bonnyrigg Heights revolves around its strong multicultural community, with local shops, Vietnamese eateries and Asian grocers adding to the neighbourhood's vibrant character. Families are drawn here by affordable housing, good access to schools and proximity to Fairfield's retail and services precinct. The suburb has a settled, community-oriented feel with a median household income reflecting its working- to middle-class demographic, and a median weekly rent of around $450.

Bonnyrigg Heights falls under postcode 2177 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Liverpool electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2177
Urban Area
Fairfield - West
LGA / Council
Fairfield
Federal Electorate
Werriwa
State Electorate
Liverpool
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 150.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.15 km²
Elevation
55m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.3M
50 sales · ▲ 7.7% 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)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,038
Avg Household Size
3.6 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.5%

43 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cabramatta Station
3.5 km
N/A (drive/bus)
Liverpool Station
7 km
N/A (drive/bus)

Bus Services

  • T-Way routes — Liverpool & Parramatta 25-40 min
  • 900s series — Fairfield Station 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
36 km
By Train
55-65 min via Cabramatta or Liverpool to Central
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 min

🛣️ Bus to Cabramatta or Liverpool, then T2 or T3 line to Central

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local streets are walkable but most amenities require a short drive or bus trip

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Bonnyrigg Heights, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Land Next to Male Orphan School
Lot 1 Cartwright Street Bonnyrigg • SHR #01390

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
97.5 / 100k
2yr Down 13.4% 10yr Down 9.2%
Motor vehicle theft
157.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.2%
Non-DV assault
290.7 / 100k
2yr Down 9.0% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
16.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
295 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.4%
View all 62 offence types for Fairfield →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,303
Census 2021
7,369
▲ 0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,416
Personal Income 2021
$29,536
▲ 11.8% 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
$29,536 / yr
$568/wk
Household
$100,360 / yr
$1930/wk
Family
$96,148 / yr
$1849/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,240
Born Overseas 3,873

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 913
  • 2. Iraq 694
  • 3. Cambodia 279
  • 4. Fiji 141
  • 5. Italy 102
  • 6. New Zealand 93
  • 7. Philippines 93
  • 8. China 81
  • 9. Croatia 80
  • 10. Lebanon 73

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 1,269
Chinese 945
Australian 602
Italian 540
Serbian 485
English 435
Lebanese 168
Indian 154
Filipino 129
Croatian 102

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

607
Both parents born in Australia
5,938
Both parents born overseas
511
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.5%
Buddhism
21.3%
No Religion
12.3%
Islam
6.9%
Hinduism
1.4%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
342 (4.6%)
5-14 years
937 (12.7%)
15-19 years
572 (7.8%)
20-24 years
537 (7.3%)
25-34 years
1,012 (13.7%)
35-44 years
803 (10.9%)
45-54 years
970 (13.2%)
55-64 years
1,055 (14.3%)
65-74 years
780 (10.6%)
75-84 years
274 (3.7%)
85+ years
85 (1.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Bonnyrigg Heights from Sydney CBD? +

Bonnyrigg Heights is approximately 36 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD, with public transport taking around 55–65 minutes via bus to Cabramatta or Liverpool station.

What is the demographic makeup of Bonnyrigg Heights? +

Bonnyrigg Heights is highly multicultural, with Vietnamese, Chinese, Italian and Serbian communities among the most represented ancestries according to the 2021 Census.

What is the median rent in Bonnyrigg Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Bonnyrigg Heights is approximately $450 per week.

Are there good schools in Bonnyrigg Heights? +

Yes, Bonnyrigg Heights Public School is a local government primary school, and Bonnyrigg High School serves secondary students nearby on Elizabeth Drive.

What is the average income in Bonnyrigg Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bonnyrigg Heights is about $568 per week (around $29,500 per year). The median household income is $1,930 per week and the median family income is $1,849 per week.

What is the median house price in Bonnyrigg Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,302,500, up 7.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Bonnyrigg Heights? +

The median age in Bonnyrigg Heights is 38. The largest age group is 55–64 (1,055 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bonnyrigg Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bonnyrigg Heights is part of the Fairfield 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.

What is the population of Bonnyrigg Heights? +

Bonnyrigg Heights had a population of 7,369 at the 2021 Census, up 0.9% from 7,303 in 2016.

How much is rent in Bonnyrigg Heights? +

In Bonnyrigg Heights, the median weekly rent is $450, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,038 (2021 Census).