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Bonnyrigg

NSW 2177 • Greater Sydney

9,785
Population (2021)
$72,436
Median Household Income
3.04 km²
Area
$374/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalUrban RenewalAffordableCommunity-FocusedDiverse

About Bonnyrigg

Bonnyrigg is a densely populated suburb located 36 kilometres west of Sydney's CBD in the City of Fairfield. Named after a town in Scotland, it has a population approaching 10,000 residents spread across just 3 square kilometres. The suburb has deep roots as one of Sydney's earliest welfare housing areas, with historic sites including the Male Orphan School residence from 1803. Today it is undergoing significant urban renewal through the Newleaf Bonnyrigg project.

Bonnyrigg is one of Sydney's most culturally diverse suburbs, with Vietnamese, Chinese, Cambodian, Iraqi, and Assyrian communities creating a vibrant multicultural atmosphere. The area features Buddhist temples, diverse restaurants, and active community organisations. Bonnyrigg Plaza serves as the commercial heart, complemented by a PCYC, library, and local schools. The suburb is home to the Bonnyrigg White Eagles soccer club and attracts residents seeking affordable housing with strong community connections.

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

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📍 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°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.04 km²
Elevation
53m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.23M
45 sales · ▲ 26.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$620K
23 sales · ▲ 6.7% 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)
$374
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
23.6%

458 state housing + 218 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cabramatta
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • T80 — Liverpool to Parramatta T-way 20 min to Parramatta, 15 min to Liverpool
  • 801, 806, 807, 808, 816 — Cabramatta Station and local suburbs 10-15 min to Cabramatta

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
36 km
By Train
50-55 min from Cabramatta Station
By Bus
70-80 min via T-way to Parramatta then train
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ T-way provides fast bus connection to Parramatta and Liverpool; Cabramatta station offers direct city trains

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Compact suburb with Bonnyrigg Plaza accessible on foot; T-way stop at Bonnyrigg Plaza

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    100 Bonnyrigg Avenue Bonnyrigg 2177 NSW
  • ALDI
    718 Cabramatta Road, Bonnyrigg NSW 2177

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Bonnyrigg House
Cartwright Street, Bonnyrigg • SHR #00281
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. 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
8,670
Census 2021
9,785
▲ 12.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$22,204
Personal Income 2021
$25,272
▲ 13.8% 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
$25,272 / yr
$486/wk
Household
$72,436 / yr
$1393/wk
Family
$76,076 / yr
$1463/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,995
Born Overseas 5,288

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 1,907
  • 2. Iraq 724
  • 3. Cambodia 498
  • 4. China 179
  • 5. Philippines 93
  • 6. Thailand 90
  • 7. Lebanon 88
  • 8. New Zealand 82
  • 9. Fiji 69
  • 10. Samoa 66

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 2,598
Chinese 1,346
Australian 884
English 668
Italian 297
Serbian 267
Lebanese 178
Filipino 156
Australian Aboriginal 140
Samoan 136

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

775
Both parents born in Australia
7,825
Both parents born overseas
539
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.1%
Buddhism
28.2%
No Religion
17.0%
Islam
4.7%
Hinduism
0.7%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
532 (5.4%)
5-14 years
1,339 (13.7%)
15-19 years
714 (7.3%)
20-24 years
688 (7.0%)
25-34 years
1,260 (12.9%)
35-44 years
1,219 (12.5%)
45-54 years
1,231 (12.6%)
55-64 years
1,335 (13.6%)
65-74 years
927 (9.5%)
75-84 years
361 (3.7%)
85+ years
187 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bonnyrigg known for? +

Bonnyrigg is one of Sydney's most culturally diverse suburbs, with Vietnamese, Chinese, Cambodian, Iraqi, and Assyrian communities creating a vibrant multicultural atmosphere.

How far is Bonnyrigg from Sydney CBD? +

Bonnyrigg is approximately 36 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 60-80 min in peak hour and 40-50 min off-peak.

Does Bonnyrigg have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Cabramatta (2 km away, approximately 25 min walk) on the T2 Inner West & Leppington, T3 Bankstown, T5 Cumberland. Bus services include T80, running to Liverpool to Parramatta T-way in approximately 20 min to Parramatta, 15 min to Liverpool.

What is the population of Bonnyrigg? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bonnyrigg has a population of 9,785 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Bonnyrigg a good place to live? +

Bonnyrigg is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The area features Buddhist temples, diverse restaurants, and active community organisations.

What is the postcode for Bonnyrigg? +

The postcode for Bonnyrigg is 2177. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Bonnyrigg? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bonnyrigg is about $486 per week (around $25,300 per year). The median household income is $1,393 per week and the median family income is $1,463 per week.

What is the median house price in Bonnyrigg? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,225,000, up 26.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $620,000, up 6.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Bonnyrigg? +

The median age in Bonnyrigg is 37. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,339 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bonnyrigg a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bonnyrigg 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.

How much is rent in Bonnyrigg? +

In Bonnyrigg, the median weekly rent is $374, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).