Canley Heights

NSW 2166 • Greater Sydney

12,320
Population (2021)
$25,012
Median Income
2.60 km²
Area
28m
Elevation
MulticulturalFoodie DestinationFamily FriendlyAffordable

About Canley Heights

Canley Heights sits in Sydney's southwest, about 30 kilometres from the CBD in the Fairfield local government area. This multicultural suburb of around 12,300 residents has transformed into one of Sydney's most vibrant food destinations, with Vietnamese, Chinese, and South Asian communities shaping its character. The streets buzz with authentic restaurants and grocers that draw food lovers from across the city.

Life here revolves around food, family, and affordability. The main strip offers some of Sydney's best Asian cuisine at prices that won't break the bank. Young families and migrant communities appreciate the combination of value housing and cultural connection. There's a strong sense of community identity, with residents who chose this suburb specifically for its diverse character rather than despite it.

Canley Heights falls under postcode 2166 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2166
Urban Area
Fairfield - East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.88°, 150.92°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.60 km²
Elevation
28m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
10,974
Census 2021
12,320
12.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,152
Income 2021
$25,012
12.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,566
Born Overseas 7,039

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 3,809
  • 2. Cambodia 852
  • 3. Iraq 518
  • 4. China 194
  • 5. New Zealand 149
  • 6. Thailand 123
  • 7. Samoa 80
  • 8. Philippines 78
  • 9. Italy 69
  • 10. Fiji 52
  • 11. Iran 48
  • 12. Chile 41
  • 13. Croatia 40
  • 14. Lebanon 38
  • 15. Malaysia 38

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 4,643
Chinese 2,606
Australian 920
English 859
Samoan 181
Italian 155
Serbian 145
Filipino 102
Irish 100
German 96

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

708
Both parents born in Australia
10,314
Both parents born overseas
510
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Buddhism
37.1%
Christianity
31.1%
No Religion
20.5%
Islam
2.1%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
637 (5.2%)
5-14 years
1,568 (12.7%)
15-19 years
913 (7.4%)
20-24 years
995 (8.1%)
25-34 years
1,730 (14.0%)
35-44 years
1,466 (11.9%)
45-54 years
1,676 (13.6%)
55-64 years
1,674 (13.6%)
65-74 years
968 (7.9%)
75-84 years
503 (4.1%)
85+ years
200 (1.6%)

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