Merrylands West

NSW 2160 • Greater Sydney

7,054
Population (2021)
$30,576
Median Income
1.74 km²
Area
56m
Elevation

About Merrylands West

Merrylands West is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Cumberland (Area) area. With a population of 7,054 and a median income of $30,576, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.74 km² at an elevation of 56m, 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. Merrylands West delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Merrylands West falls under postcode 2160 and is governed by Cumberland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Granville electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2160
Urban Area
Holroyd
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.84°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.74 km²
Elevation
56m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,592
Census 2021
7,054
7.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,116
Income 2021
$30,576
21.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,371
Born Overseas 3,068

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Lebanon 447
  • 2. Afghanistan 331
  • 3. China 202
  • 4. Iraq 158
  • 5. Pakistan 158
  • 6. India 139
  • 7. Iran 134
  • 8. Philippines 126
  • 9. Turkey 81
  • 10. New Zealand 78
  • 11. Vietnam 74
  • 12. Fiji 68
  • 13. Italy 61
  • 14. Malta 50
  • 15. England 47

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 1,144
Australian 960
English 816
Chinese 478
Irish 244
Italian 225
Indian 177
Filipino 175
Scottish 173
Maltese 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,144
Both parents born in Australia
4,593
Both parents born overseas
656
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.8%
Islam
25.1%
No Religion
12.0%
Buddhism
2.5%
Hinduism
2.2%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
460 (6.5%)
5-14 years
943 (13.4%)
15-19 years
446 (6.3%)
20-24 years
482 (6.8%)
25-34 years
1,073 (15.2%)
35-44 years
991 (14.0%)
45-54 years
827 (11.7%)
55-64 years
725 (10.3%)
65-74 years
541 (7.7%)
75-84 years
341 (4.8%)
85+ years
228 (3.2%)

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