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Carramar

NSW 2163 • Greater Sydney

3,475
Population (2021)
$55,796
Median Household Income
1.02 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalAffordableFamily-FriendlyHistoricInner West

About Carramar

Carramar is a small, established suburb located 30 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD, within the City of Fairfield in South Western Sydney. With a population of approximately 3,475 residents (2021 Census), Carramar covers just over one square kilometre and is one of the more compact localities in the Fairfield area. The suburb takes its name from an Aboriginal word meaning 'shade of trees', and its history stretches back to the early 19th century — one of Sydney's oldest trees, the Bland Oak, was planted here.

Carramar has a highly multicultural community, with a significant proportion of residents of Vietnamese, Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern backgrounds, reflecting the broader diversity of the Fairfield LGA. The suburb is predominantly residential with easy access to the amenities of neighbouring Fairfield and Villawood. Carramar Railway Station provides direct train access to the city, making it a practical choice for commuters seeking affordable housing close to Sydney's west. It suits young families and first-home buyers looking for value within the Greater Sydney area.

Carramar falls under postcode 2163 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2163
Urban Area
Fairfield - East
LGA / Council
Fairfield
Federal Electorate
Fowler
State Electorate
Fairfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.88°, 150.96°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.02 km²
Elevation
10m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.15M
26 sales · ▲ 16.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$394K
52 sales · ▲ 9.3% 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)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
9.6%

107 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Carramar Station
0.5 km
7 min
Villawood Station
1.4 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 901, 902 — Fairfield & Liverpool 15-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
50 min to Central Station
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ T2 Inner West & Leppington Line direct from Carramar Station

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local streets walkable; train station accessible on foot from most parts of the suburb

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Fairfield Local Government Area, which contains Carramar. 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
3,550
Census 2021
3,475
▼ 2.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$23,504
Personal Income 2021
$27,508
▲ 17.0% 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
$27,508 / yr
$529/wk
Household
$55,796 / yr
$1073/wk
Family
$70,200 / yr
$1350/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,279
Born Overseas 1,927

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 624
  • 2. China 128
  • 3. Iraq 120
  • 4. Lebanon 91
  • 5. Philippines 73
  • 6. New Zealand 52
  • 7. Cambodia 40
  • 8. Pakistan 39
  • 9. Chile 34
  • 10. Fiji 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 741
Chinese 373
Australian 364
English 272
Lebanese 215
Filipino 94
Italian 72
Irish 62
Scottish 47
German 43

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

302
Both parents born in Australia
2,504
Both parents born overseas
221
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.9%
Islam
16.7%
No Religion
16.1%
Buddhism
16.0%
Hinduism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
182 (5.2%)
5-14 years
419 (12.1%)
15-19 years
199 (5.7%)
20-24 years
215 (6.2%)
25-34 years
479 (13.8%)
35-44 years
434 (12.5%)
45-54 years
460 (13.2%)
55-64 years
425 (12.2%)
65-74 years
343 (9.9%)
75-84 years
180 (5.2%)
85+ years
130 (3.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Carramar? +

Carramar is served by the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line, with direct trains to Central Station taking approximately 50 minutes.

What is the population of Carramar NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carramar (NSW 2163) has a population of approximately 3,475 people.

Which LGA is Carramar NSW in? +

Carramar NSW is located within the City of Fairfield local government area in South Western Sydney.

What schools are in Carramar NSW? +

Carramar Public School (Government Primary) on The Horsley Drive is the main school serving the suburb. Secondary students typically travel to nearby Fairfield High School.

What is the average income in Carramar? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Carramar is about $529 per week (around $27,500 per year). The median household income is $1,073 per week and the median family income is $1,350 per week.

What is the median house price in Carramar? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,150,000, up 16.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $393,500, up 9.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Carramar? +

The median age in Carramar is 40. The largest age group is 25–34 (479 residents, around 14%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Carramar a safe area? +

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

Carramar had a population of 3,475 at the 2021 Census, down 2.1% from 3,550 in 2016.

How much is rent in Carramar? +

In Carramar, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).