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Old Guildford

NSW 2161 • Greater Sydney

2,857
Population (2021)
$78,572
Median Household Income
0.96 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyAffordableInner City

About Old Guildford

Old Guildford is a small, densely settled suburb in Sydney's western suburbs, located within the City of Fairfield LGA approximately 25 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 2,857 residents and an area of just under one square kilometre, it sits adjacent to the larger suburb of Guildford and is bordered by the Duck River to the west. The suburb has a notably young median age of 29 and a high proportion of Muslim residents, reflecting broader demographic shifts across the Fairfield and Merrylands corridor.

Old Guildford has a multicultural, working-class character with a close-knit community feel centred around family life. The suburb is well served by public transport, with Guildford Train Station a short walk away providing access to the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line and the T5 Cumberland Line. Local amenities are available along Woodville Road and the adjoining Guildford town centre. Residents typically access schooling, shopping, and services in neighbouring Guildford, Merrylands, and Fairfield.

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

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2161
Urban Area
Fairfield - East
LGA / Council
Fairfield
Federal Electorate
Blaxland
State Electorate
Fairfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 150.98°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.96 km²
Elevation
39m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.45M
25 sales · ▲ 13.3% 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)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,058
Avg Household Size
3.8 people
Median Age
29 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.9%

7 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Guildford Station
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • 903, 906 — Parramatta / Fairfield 15-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
~45 min to Central via T2 Line
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ T2 and T5 Lines from Guildford Station

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Flat streets near Guildford Station; most errands require a short walk or bus to Guildford town centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There is 1 park or reserve in Old Guildford.

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
97.5 / 100k
2yr Down 13.4% 10yr Down 9.2%
Motor vehicle theft
157.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.2%
Non-DV assault
290.7 / 100k
2yr Down 9.0% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
16.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
295 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.4%
View all 62 offence types for Fairfield →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,663
Census 2021
2,857
▲ 7.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,024
Personal Income 2021
$24,336
▲ 1.3% 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
$24,336 / yr
$468/wk
Household
$78,572 / yr
$1511/wk
Family
$76,128 / yr
$1464/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,523
Born Overseas 1,063

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Lebanon 358
  • 2. Afghanistan 78
  • 3. China 77
  • 4. Iraq 61
  • 5. Vietnam 59
  • 6. Pakistan 39
  • 7. Fiji 27
  • 8. Iran 23
  • 9. Philippines 21
  • 10. Turkey 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 968
Australian 350
English 205
Chinese 174
Vietnamese 72
Italian 54
Irish 44
Filipino 36
Indian 26
Samoan 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

294
Both parents born in Australia
1,806
Both parents born overseas
475
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Islam
48.4%
Christianity
27.7%
No Religion
7.4%
Buddhism
3.7%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
251 (8.8%)
5-14 years
487 (17.0%)
15-19 years
224 (7.8%)
20-24 years
245 (8.6%)
25-34 years
477 (16.7%)
35-44 years
333 (11.7%)
45-54 years
286 (10.0%)
55-64 years
271 (9.5%)
65-74 years
174 (6.1%)
75-84 years
87 (3.0%)
85+ years
30 (1.1%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train lines serve Old Guildford? +

Old Guildford is within walking distance of Guildford Station, which is served by the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line and the T5 Cumberland Line, connecting to Central Station in about 45 minutes.

What is the population of Old Guildford? +

Old Guildford has a population of approximately 2,857 residents according to the 2021 Census, with a median age of 29.

What is the median rent in Old Guildford? +

The median weekly rent in Old Guildford is approximately $420, according to 2021 Census data.

Is Old Guildford family-friendly? +

Yes, Old Guildford has a strong family-oriented community with a large proportion of households with children, and is close to several primary and secondary schools in the Guildford and Merrylands area.

What is the average income in Old Guildford? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Old Guildford is about $468 per week (around $24,300 per year). The median household income is $1,511 per week and the median family income is $1,464 per week.

What is the median house price in Old Guildford? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,450,000, up 13.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Old Guildford? +

The median age in Old Guildford is 29. The largest age group is 5–14 (487 residents, around 17%). Around 34% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Old Guildford a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Old Guildford is part of the Fairfield 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 Old Guildford? +

In Old Guildford, the median weekly rent is $420, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,058 (2021 Census).