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Burwood

NSW 2134 • Greater Sydney

18,224
Population (2021)
$86,892
Median Household Income
2.44 km²
Area
$500/wk
Median Rent
Urban LivingChinatownTransport HubShopping District

About Burwood

Burwood is a vibrant commercial centre in Sydney's inner west, where over 18,000 residents enjoy excellent transport and one of the city's busiest suburban shopping strips. The train station provides direct CBD access, and multiple bus routes converge here. Recent apartment development has transformed the skyline and intensified the urban energy.

Westfield Burwood anchors major retail, but the real action is Burwood Road—a dense strip of Chinese restaurants, bubble tea shops, Asian grocers, and karaoke bars that create Sydney's most urban suburban Chinatown outside Ashfield. Burwood attracts students, young professionals, and Chinese-Australian families who want inner-west convenience without inner-west prices. It's bustling, convenient, and endlessly interesting.

Burwood falls under postcode 2134 and is governed by Burwood Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Strathfield electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2134
Urban Area
Burwood
LGA / Council
Burwood
Federal Electorate
Reid
State Electorate
Strathfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.88°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.44 km²
Elevation
33m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3M
92 sales · ▼ 7.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$929K
328 sales · ▲ 0.5% 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)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,449
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.1%

149 state housing + 59 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Sydney CBD 30-40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
Approximately 25 min to Sydney CBD (Central) by train
By Car (Peak)
25-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-35 min

🛣️ Located 10 km west of Sydney CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be done on foot near the local centre, but most residents rely on a car for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Westfield Shoppingtown Cnr Wilga Street & Shaftesbury Road Burwood 2134 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Burwood Plaza Shopping Centre, 42-50 Railway Parade Burwood 2134 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 8 heritage-listed places in or near Burwood, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Burwood Post Office (former)
168A Burwood Road Burwood • SHR #01490
St Paul's Anglican Church and Pipe Organ
205 Burwood Road Burwood • SHR #00436
Priory and Grounds
213 Burwood Road Burwood • SHR #00287
Lynton
4 Clarence Street Burwood • SHR #00284
Burwood Sewer Vent
Railway Parade, Burwood • SHR #01638
St Cloud and Site
223 Burwood Road Burwood • SHR #00564
Burwood rail underbridge
Great Southern and Western Railway, Burwood • SHR #01030
Burwood Railway Station group
Great Southern and Western Railway, Burwood • SHR #01106

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Burwood Local Government Area, which contains Burwood. 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
16,030
Census 2021
18,224
▲ 13.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,856
Personal Income 2021
$36,764
▲ 47.9% 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
$36,764 / yr
$707/wk
Household
$86,892 / yr
$1671/wk
Family
$96,824 / yr
$1862/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,578
Born Overseas 12,603

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 5,257
  • 2. Nepal 1,487
  • 3. Vietnam 607
  • 4. Malaysia 568
  • 5. Hong Kong 519
  • 6. India 514
  • 7. South Korea 400
  • 8. Taiwan 381
  • 9. Philippines 306
  • 10. Indonesia 274

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 8,801
English 1,567
Australian 999
Vietnamese 601
Indian 569
Italian 553
Korean 498
Irish 438
Filipino 357
Greek 310

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,305
Both parents born in Australia
15,010
Both parents born overseas
762
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.8%
Christianity
25.0%
Buddhism
11.2%
Hinduism
10.1%
Islam
1.6%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
641 (3.5%)
5-14 years
1,087 (6.0%)
15-19 years
632 (3.5%)
20-24 years
2,711 (14.9%)
25-34 years
5,119 (28.1%)
35-44 years
2,314 (12.7%)
45-54 years
1,758 (9.6%)
55-64 years
1,664 (9.1%)
65-74 years
1,184 (6.5%)
75-84 years
678 (3.7%)
85+ years
428 (2.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burwood known for? +

Burwood is a well-established residential suburb in Burwood, NSW, known for its mix of housing types, local schools, and community facilities. The suburb has a population of approximately 18,224 residents and forms part of the broader Greater Sydney region.

How far is Burwood from Sydney CBD? +

Burwood is approximately 10 kilometres from Sydney CBD, typically a 20-35 min drive under normal traffic conditions. Peak hour travel can take longer due to traffic.

Does Burwood have public transport? +

Burwood is served by local bus services connecting residents to the broader metropolitan network. The nearest train station provides connections to Sydney CBD.

What is the population of Burwood? +

According to the 2021 Census, Burwood has a population of approximately 18,224 residents. The suburb is a significant residential area within the Burwood district.

Is Burwood a good place to live? +

Burwood appeals to families, professionals, and established residents who value its range of local amenities, schools, and community facilities. With a median taxable income of around $33,163, it attracts a mix of household types. Like most NSW suburbs, lifestyle quality depends on proximity to work and preferred amenities.

What is the postcode for Burwood? +

The postcode for Burwood, NSW is 2134.

What is the average income in Burwood? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Burwood is about $707 per week (around $36,800 per year). The median household income is $1,671 per week and the median family income is $1,862 per week.

What is the median house price in Burwood? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,000,000, down 7.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $929,000, up 0.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Burwood? +

The median age in Burwood is 32. The largest age group is 25–34 (5,119 residents, around 28%). Around 13% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Burwood a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Burwood 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? +

In Burwood, the median weekly rent is $500, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,449 (2021 Census).