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Burwood Heights

NSW 2136 • Greater Sydney

1,134
Population (2021)
$108,524
Median Household Income
0.23 km²
Area
$475/wk
Median Rent
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About Burwood Heights

Burwood Heights is a small, compact residential suburb in Sydney's Inner West, within the Burwood local government area, approximately 11 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 1,134, it is a quiet pocket suburb bordered by Burwood to the north and Enfield to the south. The community is highly multicultural with significant Chinese, Italian, and Lebanese heritage, and a median age of 38.

Despite its small size (0.23 sq km), Burwood Heights benefits from proximity to Burwood's extensive retail strip and Westfield Burwood shopping centre. The suburb is popular with families and professionals, offering a comfortable lifestyle with a median household income of $2,087 per week. Its tree-lined streets, heritage-listed St Cloud estate, and proximity to excellent schools make it an attractive Inner West address with strong property values.

Burwood Heights falls under postcode 2136 and is governed by Burwood Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Strathfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2136
Urban Area
Burwood
LGA / Council
Burwood
Federal Electorate
Grayndler
State Electorate
Strathfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.23 km²
Elevation
47m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.66M
8 sales · ▲ 59.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$720K
7 sales · ▼ 1.4% 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)
$475
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,227
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
38 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Burwood
0.8 km
10 min
Croydon
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • 415 — Campsie to Burwood via Enfield 10-15 min
  • 461 — Burwood to CBD (Domain) 35-45 min
  • 464 — Ashfield to Mortlake 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
11 km
By Train
20-25 min
By Bus
35-45 min
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Excellent train access via Burwood station with frequent services to Sydney CBD

Walkability Very Walkable

Close to Burwood shopping strip, station, and schools; flat terrain makes walking convenient

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

St Cloud and Site
223 Burwood Road Burwood • SHR #00564

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
175.3 / 100k
2yr Down 27.6% 10yr Down 8.0%
Motor vehicle theft
131.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 7.4%
Non-DV assault
392.2 / 100k
2yr Up 18.1% 10yr Up 3.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
20.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
239.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.4%
View all 62 offence types for Burwood →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
989
Census 2021
1,134
▲ 14.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,292
Personal Income 2021
$46,956
▲ 45.4% 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
$46,956 / yr
$903/wk
Household
$108,524 / yr
$2087/wk
Family
$125,372 / yr
$2411/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 529
Born Overseas 476

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 133
  • 2. Italy 50
  • 3. India 33
  • 4. Philippines 21
  • 5. England 19
  • 6. South Korea 19
  • 7. Vietnam 18
  • 8. Lebanon 17
  • 9. Hong Kong 16
  • 10. New Zealand 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 243
Australian 153
English 140
Italian 138
Lebanese 88
Greek 84
Irish 48
Indian 40
Scottish 33
Korean 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

236
Both parents born in Australia
678
Both parents born overseas
98
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.6%
No Religion
27.3%
Buddhism
4.1%
Hinduism
3.1%
Islam
2.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
52 (4.6%)
5-14 years
115 (10.1%)
15-19 years
63 (5.6%)
20-24 years
70 (6.2%)
25-34 years
198 (17.5%)
35-44 years
165 (14.6%)
45-54 years
119 (10.5%)
55-64 years
133 (11.7%)
65-74 years
81 (7.1%)
75-84 years
81 (7.1%)
85+ years
53 (4.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burwood Heights known for? +

Despite its small size (0.23 sq km), Burwood Heights benefits from proximity to Burwood's extensive retail strip and Westfield Burwood shopping centre.

How far is Burwood Heights from Sydney CBD? +

Burwood Heights is approximately 11 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 30-45 min in peak hour and 20 min off-peak.

Does Burwood Heights have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Burwood (0.8 km away, approximately 10 min walk) on the T1 North Shore & Western Line / T2 Inner West & Leppington Line. Bus services include 415, running to Campsie to Burwood via Enfield in approximately 10-15 min.

What is the population of Burwood Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Burwood Heights has a population of 1,134 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Burwood Heights a good place to live? +

Burwood Heights is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is popular with families and professionals, offering a comfortable lifestyle with a median household income of $2,087 per week.

What is the postcode for Burwood Heights? +

The postcode for Burwood Heights is 2136. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Burwood Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Burwood Heights is about $903 per week (around $47,000 per year). The median household income is $2,087 per week and the median family income is $2,411 per week.

What is the median house price in Burwood Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,662,500, up 59.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $719,900, down 1.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Burwood Heights? +

The median age in Burwood Heights is 38. The largest age group is 25–34 (198 residents, around 17%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Burwood Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Burwood Heights is part of the Burwood 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 Burwood Heights? +

In Burwood Heights, the median weekly rent is $475, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,227 (2021 Census).