Guildford West

NSW 2161 • Greater Sydney

5,762
Population (2021)
$29,588
Median Income
1.61 km²
Area
41m
Elevation

About Guildford West

Guildford West is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Cumberland (Area) area. With a population of 5,762 and a median income of $29,588, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.61 km² at an elevation of 41m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Guildford West delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Guildford West falls under postcode 2161 and is governed by Cumberland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Granville electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2161
Urban Area
Holroyd
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.85°, 150.96°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.61 km²
Elevation
41m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,286
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
31 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,916
Census 2021
5,762
17.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,924
Income 2021
$29,588
6.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,199
Born Overseas 2,102

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Lebanon 465
  • 2. Afghanistan 206
  • 3. Iraq 188
  • 4. Pakistan 104
  • 5. China 97
  • 6. New Zealand 85
  • 7. Iran 76
  • 8. Philippines 68
  • 9. Vietnam 65
  • 10. India 53
  • 11. Fiji 47
  • 12. England 41
  • 13. Italy 35
  • 14. Turkey 33
  • 15. Malaysia 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 1,325
Australian 1,060
English 773
Chinese 266
Italian 160
Irish 150
Scottish 147
Indian 111
Filipino 99
Vietnamese 87

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,094
Both parents born in Australia
3,377
Both parents born overseas
781
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.5%
Islam
31.5%
No Religion
11.4%
Buddhism
1.9%
Hinduism
1.5%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
483 (8.4%)
5-14 years
945 (16.4%)
15-19 years
414 (7.2%)
20-24 years
381 (6.6%)
25-34 years
923 (16.0%)
35-44 years
754 (13.1%)
45-54 years
657 (11.4%)
55-64 years
571 (9.9%)
65-74 years
349 (6.1%)
75-84 years
200 (3.5%)
85+ years
81 (1.4%)

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