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Fairfield Heights

NSW 2165 • Greater Sydney

8,269
Population (2021)
$22,412
Median Income
1.47 km²
Area
34m
Elevation
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyWestern SydneyAffordable

About Fairfield Heights

Fairfield Heights is a suburb in Sydney's Greater Western region, located approximately 25-32 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 8,270 residents, the suburb is known for its multicultural character, with significant Assyrian, Iraqi, Chinese and Vietnamese communities. The main street, The Boulevard, serves as the commercial heart of the suburb, featuring local shops, medical services and a Woolworths supermarket.

Life in Fairfield Heights centers around its village-style shopping strip and strong community connections. The suburb offers good access to the M4 Motorway and Cumberland Highway, making it well-connected to surrounding areas. Residents enjoy proximity to Fairfield city centre while maintaining a distinct neighbourhood identity. The area attracts families and established residents who appreciate its multicultural dining options and convenient local amenities.

Fairfield Heights falls under postcode 2165 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2165
Urban Area
Fairfield - East
LGA
Fairfield
Federal Electorate
Mcmahon
State Electorate
Fairfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.87°, 150.94°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.47 km²
Elevation
34m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Fairfield
1.8 km
22 min
Canley Vale
2 km
25 min
Yennora
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 811, 812 — Fairfield, Parramatta 15-30 min
  • 813 — Prairiewood, Wetherill Park 20 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
32 km
By Train
45-55 min via Fairfield
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Good M4 Motorway access

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops within walking distance, car useful for broader errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    186 The Boulevard Fairfield Heights 2165 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,517
Census 2021
8,269
▲ 10.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$20,696
Income 2021
$22,412
▲ 8.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,439
Born Overseas 5,395

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Iraq 2,348
  • 2. Vietnam 731
  • 3. Cambodia 242
  • 4. China 135
  • 5. Lebanon 104
  • 6. Italy 102
  • 7. Philippines 89
  • 8. New Zealand 87
  • 9. Bosnia & Herzegovina 68
  • 10. Iran 65
  • 11. Chile 51
  • 12. Croatia 41
  • 13. Turkey 31
  • 14. Thailand 30
  • 15. Fiji 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 911
Chinese 728
Australian 549
English 424
Italian 266
Serbian 175
Lebanese 162
Filipino 125
Croatian 91
Spanish 59

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

405
Both parents born in Australia
7,091
Both parents born overseas
290
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
64.5%
Buddhism
11.2%
No Religion
9.3%
Islam
6.2%
Hinduism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
452 (5.5%)
5-14 years
1,187 (14.4%)
15-19 years
635 (7.7%)
20-24 years
526 (6.4%)
25-34 years
1,007 (12.2%)
35-44 years
1,046 (12.6%)
45-54 years
1,055 (12.8%)
55-64 years
1,072 (13.0%)
65-74 years
726 (8.8%)
75-84 years
399 (4.8%)
85+ years
161 (1.9%)

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