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Chifley

NSW 2036 • Greater Sydney

3,490
Population (2021)
$120,172
Median Household Income
1.06 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyCoastalSuburbanEastern Suburbs

About Chifley

Chifley is a residential suburb in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, located 13 km south-east of the CBD within the City of Randwick. Named after former Prime Minister Ben Chifley, the suburb had a population of 3,490 at the 2021 census. It is surrounded by Matraville, Malabar, Little Bay and Phillip Bay, offering a quiet suburban character with easy access to nearby coastal areas.

Chifley features several parks including the Bob Clarke Memorial Reserve on Anzac Parade, providing green spaces for families and locals. The suburb is popular with families and professionals who appreciate its proximity to beaches like Malabar and Little Bay. Local amenities include shops along Anzac Parade, and residents benefit from good bus connections to Maroubra Junction, Randwick and the CBD.

Chifley falls under postcode 2036 and is governed by Randwick Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroubra electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2036
Urban Area
Randwick
LGA / Council
Randwick
Federal Electorate
Kingsford Smith
State Electorate
Maroubra
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.97°, 151.24°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.06 km²
Elevation
28m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.74M
36 sales · ▼ 0.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$2.21M
10 sales · ▲ 1.5% 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)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,210
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
15.4%

142 state housing + 35 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maroubra Junction Light Rail
3.5 km
42 min
Randwick Light Rail
4 km
48 min

Bus Services

  • 392, 393, 394 — Sydney CBD via Maroubra 35-45 min
  • 396, 397 — Maroubra Junction / Westfield Eastgardens 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
13 km
By Bus
35-45 min
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ No direct train access; buses via Anzac Parade are the main public transport option

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with local shops along Anzac Parade

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Chinese Market Gardens
1-39 Bunnerong Road La Perouse • SHR #01299
Gooriwal (Frenchmans Bay and Yarra Bay) Cultural Landscape
Phillip Bay • SHR #02090

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
175.7 / 100k
2yr Up 19.8% 10yr Down 4.6%
Motor vehicle theft
159.8 / 100k
2yr Up 47.1% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
325 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
9.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
242.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.4%
View all 62 offence types for Randwick →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,233
Census 2021
3,490
▲ 7.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$36,452
Personal Income 2021
$43,732
▲ 20.0% 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
$43,732 / yr
$841/wk
Household
$120,172 / yr
$2311/wk
Family
$146,796 / yr
$2823/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,330
Born Overseas 982

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 109
  • 2. New Zealand 67
  • 3. China 57
  • 4. Ireland 54
  • 5. South Africa 43
  • 6. Indonesia 39
  • 7. France 38
  • 8. Malaysia 33
  • 9. Philippines 27
  • 10. Greece 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 944
English 934
Irish 450
Chinese 244
Scottish 239
Italian 191
Greek 177
Australian Aboriginal 141
French 94
German 84

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,378
Both parents born in Australia
1,456
Both parents born overseas
478
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
61.6%
No Religion
25.2%
Judaism
2.6%
Islam
1.5%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
208 (6.0%)
5-14 years
508 (14.6%)
15-19 years
243 (7.0%)
20-24 years
213 (6.1%)
25-34 years
278 (8.0%)
35-44 years
447 (12.8%)
45-54 years
544 (15.6%)
55-64 years
488 (14.0%)
65-74 years
337 (9.7%)
75-84 years
164 (4.7%)
85+ years
71 (2.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chifley known for? +

Chifley features several parks including the Bob Clarke Memorial Reserve on Anzac Parade, providing green spaces for families and locals.

How far is Chifley from Sydney CBD? +

Chifley is approximately 13 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 30-45 min in peak hour and 20 min off-peak.

Does Chifley have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Maroubra Junction Light Rail (3.5 km away, approximately 42 min walk) on the L2 Randwick Line (via CBD). Bus services include 392, 393, 394, running to Sydney CBD via Maroubra in approximately 35-45 min.

What is the population of Chifley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Chifley has a population of 3,490 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Chifley a good place to live? +

Chifley is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is popular with families and professionals who appreciate its proximity to beaches like Malabar and Little Bay.

What is the postcode for Chifley? +

The postcode for Chifley is 2036. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Chifley? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Chifley is about $841 per week (around $43,700 per year). The median household income is $2,311 per week and the median family income is $2,823 per week.

What is the median house price in Chifley? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,737,500, down 0.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $2,212,500, up 1.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Chifley? +

The median age in Chifley is 42. The largest age group is 45–54 (544 residents, around 16%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Chifley a safe area? +

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

In Chifley, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,210 (2021 Census).