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Sefton

NSW 2162 • Greater Sydney

6,300
Population (2021)
$79,456
Median Household Income
1.81 km²
Area
$425/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalDiverseFamily-FriendlySuburban

About Sefton

Sefton is a small but densely populated suburb in Sydney's western suburbs, situated within the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area approximately 22 kilometres west of the CBD. With a population of around 6,300 compressed into just 1.8 square kilometres, it is one of the more densely settled suburbs in its district, reflecting the typical housing character of Greater Sydney's south-west with a mix of detached homes and older brick housing stock. The median age of 35 and an average household size of 3.3 persons indicate a younger, family-oriented community with strong multigenerational living arrangements.

Sefton is one of Sydney's most culturally diverse suburbs, with Lebanese, Vietnamese, and Chinese communities forming the three largest ancestry groups, and a significant proportion of residents born overseas — including in Vietnam, Lebanon, and China. Islam and Buddhism are widely practised alongside Catholicism, reflecting the suburb's rich multicultural fabric. The area is served by local parks and shopping strips along Sefton Road, with good bus connections and proximity to the M4 and Hume Highway providing practical links to central Sydney and the broader metropolitan network.

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

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2162
Urban Area
Bankstown - North-West
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Blaxland
State Electorate
Auburn
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 151.01°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.81 km²
Elevation
39m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.41M
57 sales · ▲ 12.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$629K
16 sales · ▲ 7.4% 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)
$425
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.5%

97 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Leightonfield
1 km
12 min

Bus Services

  • Route 908, 920 — Liverpool / Parramatta 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
35 min from Leightonfield via T2
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Western Sydney industrial and residential suburb; close to Berala and Regents Park

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Station within walking distance and local shops nearby; bus connects to major centres

🛒 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 Sefton. 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
5,808
Census 2021
6,300
▲ 8.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,700
Personal Income 2021
$28,860
▲ 16.8% 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
$28,860 / yr
$555/wk
Household
$79,456 / yr
$1528/wk
Family
$87,048 / yr
$1674/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 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

🧬 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sefton known for? +

Sefton is a small but densely populated suburb in Sydney's western suburbs, situated within the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area approximately 22 kilometres west of the CBD.

How far is Sefton from Sydney CBD? +

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

Does Sefton have public transport? +

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

What is the population of Sefton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sefton has a population of approximately 6,300 residents.

Is Sefton a good place to live? +

Sefton 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 Sefton? +

The postcode for Sefton in NSW is 2162.

What is the average income in Sefton? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Sefton is about $555 per week (around $28,900 per year). The median household income is $1,528 per week and the median family income is $1,674 per week.

What is the median house price in Sefton? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,408,000, up 12.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $628,500, up 7.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Sefton? +

The median age in Sefton is 35. The largest age group is 5–14 (944 residents, around 15%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Sefton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sefton 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 Sefton? +

In Sefton, the median weekly rent is $425, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).