Guildford
NSW 2161 • Greater Sydney
About Guildford
Guildford is a working-class suburb in Sydney's heartland, where over 24,000 residents from Middle Eastern, Asian, and Pacific Islander backgrounds have built diverse communities. The train station on the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line provides CBD connectivity, though many residents work locally in trades and services. The suburb has a genuine, unpretentious character.
Guildford's shopping strip features Middle Eastern grocers, halal butchers, and cheap eateries that serve the local community. The pool and nearby parks provide recreation, and the RSL club remains a community hub. Guildford attracts working families and new migrants seeking affordable accommodation with decent transport. It's honest suburban Sydney—diverse, affordable, and community-minded.
Guildford falls under postcode 2161 and is governed by Cumberland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Granville electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ALDI280 - 290 Woodville Road, Guildford NSW 2161
Schools
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Rowley Rd
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Granville South Public School ICSEA 933Woodville Rd
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Guildford Public School ICSEA 943Apia St
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Guildford West Public School ICSEA 945Palmer St
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Old Guildford Public School ICSEA 903Woodville Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Guildford, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. Lebanon 2,487
- 2. Afghanistan 1,099
- 3. China 766
- 4. Pakistan 641
- 5. Iraq 541
- 6. Vietnam 453
- 7. Nepal 392
- 8. India 378
- 9. Philippines 361
- 10. Iran 297
- 11. Turkey 284
- 12. New Zealand 243
- 13. Fiji 164
- 14. Italy 113
- 15. Egypt 106
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)