Narwee

NSW 2209 • Greater Sydney

5,411
Population (2021)
$33,644
Median Income
1.27 km²
Area
42m
Elevation

About Narwee

Narwee is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Canterbury-Bankstown (Area) area. With a population of 5,411 and a median income of $33,644, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.27 km² at an elevation of 42m, 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. Narwee delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
2209
Urban Area
Canterbury
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.95°, 151.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.27 km²
Elevation
42m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$354
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,166
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

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

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,404
Income 2021
$33,644
22.8% increase

Income Comparison

📊 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
  • 11. Nepal 61
  • 12. Bangladesh 56
  • 13. Fiji 50
  • 14. Egypt 42
  • 15. Italy 35

🧬 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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