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St Johns Park

NSW 2176 • Greater Sydney

6,302
Population (2021)
$81,484
Median Household Income
1.98 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyWestern SydneyEstablishedCommunity-Focused

About St Johns Park

St Johns Park is an established western Sydney suburb in the City of Fairfield, around 35 km from the CBD. The 2021 Census population is 6,302, with a culturally diverse community and strong family-household presence. It developed from earlier rural allotments into a suburban neighbourhood closely linked to surrounding Fairfield-Liverpool corridors. The suburb's character is residential, multicultural and community-focused.

Residents benefit from local shopping strips, schools, parks and nearby major retail centres in surrounding suburbs. Community life is shaped by diverse food culture, sporting facilities and longstanding migrant networks. Public transport is mainly bus-based, with rail typically accessed via Cabramatta and neighbouring stations. St Johns Park appeals to families seeking established housing and service access in Sydney's west.

St Johns Park falls under postcode 2176 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cabramatta electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2176
Urban Area
Fairfield - West
LGA / Council
Fairfield
Federal Electorate
Fowler
State Electorate
Cabramatta
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.88°, 150.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.98 km²
Elevation
29m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.32M
54 sales · ▲ 6.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$880K
5 sales · ▲ 0% 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)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,089
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cabramatta Station
4.5 km
Not walkable
Canley Vale Station
4.8 km
Not walkable
Fairfield Station
6 km
Not walkable
Warwick Farm Station
8 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Fairfield local bus routes — Cabramatta and Fairfield centres 20-40 min
  • Cross-suburban services — Liverpool / Bonnyrigg / Prairiewood 25-55 min
  • Feeder buses — Nearby rail stations 15-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
65-90 min (via bus/drive to station + train)
By Bus
90-130 min
By Car (Peak)
65-110 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-70 min

🛣️ Most commuters connect to rail at Cabramatta/Canley Vale for city-bound travel.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local amenities are accessible on foot in many pockets, though commuting and larger trips often rely on buses and cars.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Fairfield Local Government Area, which contains St Johns Park. 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
6,119
Census 2021
6,302
▲ 3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$23,920
Personal Income 2021
$25,220
▲ 5.4% 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
$25,220 / yr
$485/wk
Household
$81,484 / yr
$1567/wk
Family
$81,640 / yr
$1570/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,455
Born Overseas 3,634

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 1,150
  • 2. Iraq 446
  • 3. Cambodia 380
  • 4. Croatia 217
  • 5. China 122
  • 6. Italy 112
  • 7. Bosnia & Herzegovina 77
  • 8. Philippines 76
  • 9. North Macedonia 66
  • 10. New Zealand 62

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 1,420
Chinese 1,357
Australian 467
English 392
Italian 374
Croatian 343
Serbian 193
Filipino 125
Macedonian 105
Samoan 88

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

423
Both parents born in Australia
5,318
Both parents born overseas
314
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.9%
Buddhism
26.7%
No Religion
16.6%
Islam
2.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
278 (4.4%)
5-14 years
732 (11.6%)
15-19 years
371 (5.9%)
20-24 years
416 (6.6%)
25-34 years
749 (11.9%)
35-44 years
712 (11.3%)
45-54 years
755 (12.0%)
55-64 years
840 (13.3%)
65-74 years
862 (13.7%)
75-84 years
390 (6.2%)
85+ years
203 (3.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Johns Park known for? +

St Johns Park is an established western Sydney suburb in the City of Fairfield, around 35 km from the CBD. The 2021 Census population is 6,302, with a culturally diverse community and strong family-household presence.

How far is St Johns Park from Sydney CBD? +

St Johns Park is approximately 35 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 65-110 min during peak hour and 50-70 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 65-90 min (via bus/drive to station + train).

Does St Johns Park have public transport? +

St Johns Park is served by Cabramatta Station station (4.5 km, approximately Not walkable walk) on the T2 Inner West & Leppington / T3 Bankstown lines. Local bus services including Fairfield local bus routes also connect residents to Cabramatta and Fairfield centres.

What is the population of St Johns Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, St Johns Park has a population of approximately 6,302 residents.

Is St Johns Park a good place to live? +

St Johns Park 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 St Johns Park? +

The postcode for St Johns Park in NSW is 2176.

What is the average income in St Johns Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in St Johns Park is about $485 per week (around $25,200 per year). The median household income is $1,567 per week and the median family income is $1,570 per week.

What is the median house price in St Johns Park? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,320,000, up 6.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $880,000, up 0% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of St Johns Park? +

The median age in St Johns Park is 43. The largest age group is 65–74 (862 residents, around 14%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is St Johns Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Johns Park 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 St Johns Park? +

In St Johns Park, the median weekly rent is $450, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,089 (2021 Census).