Sefton

NSW 2162 • Greater Sydney

6,300
Population (2021)
$28,860
Median Income
1.81 km²
Area
39m
Elevation

About Sefton

Sefton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Canterbury-Bankstown (Area) area. With a population of 6,300 and a median income of $28,860, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.81 km² at an elevation of 39m, 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. Sefton delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Sefton falls under postcode 2162 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Auburn electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2162
Urban Area
Bankstown - North-West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 151.01°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.81 km²
Elevation
39m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$425
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,808
Census 2021
6,300
8.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,700
Income 2021
$28,860
16.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,993
Born Overseas 2,851

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 881
  • 2. Lebanon 442
  • 3. China 285
  • 4. Afghanistan 101
  • 5. Pakistan 99
  • 6. Malaysia 62
  • 7. India 50
  • 8. Iraq 50
  • 9. New Zealand 48
  • 10. Philippines 43
  • 11. Cambodia 38
  • 12. Fiji 37
  • 13. South Korea 37
  • 14. Iran 34
  • 15. Greece 32

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 1,081
Vietnamese 1,079
Chinese 915
Australian 816
English 546
Italian 121
Irish 105
Scottish 82
Greek 75
Indian 61

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

796
Both parents born in Australia
4,442
Both parents born overseas
566
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Islam
32.5%
Christianity
28.4%
No Religion
16.1%
Buddhism
12.8%
Hinduism
0.9%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
386 (6.1%)
5-14 years
944 (15.0%)
15-19 years
494 (7.8%)
20-24 years
500 (7.9%)
25-34 years
817 (13.0%)
35-44 years
804 (12.8%)
45-54 years
780 (12.4%)
55-64 years
716 (11.4%)
65-74 years
482 (7.7%)
75-84 years
224 (3.6%)
85+ years
150 (2.4%)

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