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Narwee

NSW 2209 • Greater Sydney

5,411
Population (2021)
$74,412
Median Household Income
1.27 km²
Area
$354/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalDiverseSuburbanCommuter BeltFamily-Friendly

About Narwee

Narwee is a compact, densely settled suburb in Sydney's south-west, located approximately 16 kilometres from the CBD within the Canterbury-Bankstown Council area. With a population of 5,411 concentrated into just 1.3 square kilometres, Narwee is one of the more densely populated suburbs in its region. The suburb's median age of 40 and high proportion of overseas-born residents — with more than half the population born outside Australia — speak to its strongly multicultural character.

Chinese ancestry is the most prevalent in Narwee, followed by communities with English, Lebanese, Greek, and Filipino backgrounds, giving the suburb a rich and diverse cultural fabric. Narwee Station on the T8 Airport and South Line provides direct rail access to the Sydney CBD and airport. The suburb is primarily residential with a mix of standalone homes and medium-density housing, and its median household income of $1,431 per week combined with reasonable access to amenities makes it a practical choice for multicultural families seeking convenient connections to central Sydney.

Narwee falls under postcode 2209 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oatley electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2209
Urban Area
Canterbury
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Banks
State Electorate
Oatley
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.95°, 151.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.27 km²
Elevation
42m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.62M
41 sales · ▲ 1.3% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$810K
32 sales · ▲ 42.1% 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)
$354
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,166
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
16.1%

218 state housing + 96 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Narwee
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • Route 928, 929 — Hurstville / Lakemba 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
30 min to Central via T8 or T2
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Direct train to Sydney CBD and Airport; Hurstville major centre 2 km away

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Station and local shops within easy walking distance; well connected to Sydney by rail

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
130.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.3%
Motor vehicle theft
167.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
311.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
10.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Steal from vehicle
289.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
View all 62 offence types for Canterbury-Bankstown →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,618
Census 2021
5,411
▼ 3.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$27,404
Personal Income 2021
$33,644
▲ 22.8% 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
$33,644 / yr
$647/wk
Household
$74,412 / yr
$1431/wk
Family
$95,056 / yr
$1828/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,378
Born Overseas 2,795

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 826
  • 2. Hong Kong 197
  • 3. Philippines 195
  • 4. Indonesia 133
  • 5. Lebanon 129
  • 6. Greece 107
  • 7. Vietnam 94
  • 8. Malaysia 92
  • 9. India 77
  • 10. New Zealand 70

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,785
English 654
Australian 615
Lebanese 310
Greek 305
Filipino 237
Irish 201
Italian 138
Vietnamese 127
Scottish 124

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

842
Both parents born in Australia
3,855
Both parents born overseas
452
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.9%
No Religion
29.7%
Islam
10.2%
Buddhism
6.7%
Hinduism
3.0%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
306 (5.7%)
5-14 years
605 (11.2%)
15-19 years
280 (5.2%)
20-24 years
314 (5.8%)
25-34 years
777 (14.4%)
35-44 years
793 (14.7%)
45-54 years
668 (12.3%)
55-64 years
678 (12.5%)
65-74 years
542 (10.0%)
75-84 years
316 (5.8%)
85+ years
133 (2.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Narwee known for? +

Narwee is a compact, densely settled suburb in Sydney's south-west, located approximately 16 kilometres from the CBD within the Canterbury-Bankstown Council area.

How far is Narwee from Sydney CBD? +

Narwee is a rural locality in NSW. Access to the nearest CBD requires a private vehicle, as public transport options are very limited.

Does Narwee have public transport? +

Narwee has no public transport services. A private vehicle is essential for all travel in this area.

What is the population of Narwee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Narwee has a population of approximately 5,411 residents.

Is Narwee a good place to live? +

Narwee is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Narwee? +

The postcode for Narwee in NSW is 2209.

What is the average income in Narwee? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Narwee is about $647 per week (around $33,600 per year). The median household income is $1,431 per week and the median family income is $1,828 per week.

What is the median house price in Narwee? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,620,500, up 1.3% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $810,000, up 42.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Narwee? +

The median age in Narwee is 40. The largest age group is 35–44 (793 residents, around 15%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Narwee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Narwee is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown 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 Narwee? +

In Narwee, the median weekly rent is $354, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,166 (2021 Census).