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Girraween

NSW 2145 • Greater Sydney

6,256
Population (2021)
$123,656
Median Household Income
2.32 km²
Area
$460/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyTrain StationWestern SydneyDiverse

About Girraween

Girraween is a culturally diverse suburb in Sydney's Cumberland local government area, located 28 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. Home to approximately 6,300 residents, Girraween has one of the highest concentrations of Indian-born residents in Australia, with about 35% of the population born in India. The suburb has a median age of 36 and is characterised by family households, with 65% owner-occupied homes.

The suburb benefits from excellent transport connections via Pendle Hill railway station, just a 6-minute walk away, providing direct T1 and T5 line services to Parramatta and Sydney CBD. Girraween High School is a well-regarded local selective school. The area offers a mix of established homes and newer developments, with local shops, parks, and easy access to Westmead health precinct. Hindu temples, Sri Lankan restaurants, and multicultural businesses reflect the community's rich diversity.

Girraween falls under postcode 2145 and is governed by Cumberland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Prospect electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2145
Urban Area
Holroyd
LGA / Council
Cumberland
Federal Electorate
Parramatta
State Electorate
Prospect
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 150.94°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.32 km²
Elevation
58m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.49M
62 sales · ▲ 9.7% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$898K
74 sales · ▲ 1.4% 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)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,435
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

56 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Pendle Hill Station
0.6 km
6 min
Toongabbie Station
1.5 km
18 min
Wentworthville Station
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • 705 — Parramatta via Pendle Hill 15-20 min
  • 709 — Blacktown to Parramatta 20-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
28 km
By Train
42 min (T1 via Central)
By Car (Peak)
45-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Frequent trains from Pendle Hill; Parramatta 10 min by train

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Station and local shops walkable; good for daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
199.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
199.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Non-DV assault
368.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.1%
Steal from vehicle
417.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Cumberland →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,590
Census 2021
6,256
▲ 11.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,152
Personal Income 2021
$47,736
▲ 35.8% 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
$47,736 / yr
$918/wk
Household
$123,656 / yr
$2378/wk
Family
$132,912 / yr
$2556/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,138
Born Overseas 3,914

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 2,183
  • 2. Sri Lanka 621
  • 3. Malta 123
  • 4. China 116
  • 5. New Zealand 68
  • 6. Nepal 58
  • 7. England 55
  • 8. Pakistan 44
  • 9. Philippines 41
  • 10. Lebanon 40

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 2,241
English 545
Australian 512
Chinese 241
Maltese 229
Sri Lankan 196
Irish 117
Italian 80
Scottish 80
Lebanese 68

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

572
Both parents born in Australia
5,267
Both parents born overseas
205
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Hinduism
52.4%
Christianity
25.4%
No Religion
7.7%
Islam
5.2%
Sikhism
1.9%
Buddhism
1.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
401 (6.4%)
5-14 years
1,259 (20.1%)
15-19 years
300 (4.8%)
20-24 years
257 (4.1%)
25-34 years
660 (10.5%)
35-44 years
1,531 (24.5%)
45-54 years
678 (10.8%)
55-64 years
496 (7.9%)
65-74 years
359 (5.7%)
75-84 years
208 (3.3%)
85+ years
103 (1.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Girraween known for? +

The suburb benefits from excellent transport connections via Pendle Hill railway station, just a 6-minute walk away, providing direct T1 and T5 line services to Parramatta and Sydney CBD.

How far is Girraween from Sydney CBD? +

Girraween is approximately 28 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 45-70 min in peak hour and 35-45 min off-peak.

Does Girraween have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Pendle Hill Station (0.6 km away, approximately 6 min walk) on the T1 Western Line, T5 Cumberland Line. Bus services include 705, running to Parramatta via Pendle Hill in approximately 15-20 min.

What is the population of Girraween? +

According to the 2021 Census, Girraween has a population of 6,256 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Girraween a good place to live? +

Girraween is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Girraween High School is a well-regarded local selective school.

What is the postcode for Girraween? +

The postcode for Girraween is 2145. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Girraween? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Girraween is about $918 per week (around $47,700 per year). The median household income is $2,378 per week and the median family income is $2,556 per week.

What is the median house price in Girraween? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,487,500, up 9.7% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $897,500, up 1.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Girraween? +

The median age in Girraween is 36. The largest age group is 35–44 (1,531 residents, around 24%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Girraween a safe area? +

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

In Girraween, the median weekly rent is $460, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,435 (2021 Census).