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Wareemba

NSW 2046 • Greater Sydney

1,519
Population (2021)
$119,288
Median Household Income
0.32 km²
Area
$600/wk
Median Rent
Inner CityMulticulturalWaterfrontHeritageAffluent

About Wareemba

Wareemba is a small, charming suburb in Sydney's inner west, located approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Canada Bay local government area. Occupying just 0.3 square kilometres on the eastern foreshore of Hen and Chicken Bay — an inlet off the Parramatta River — the suburb recorded a population of 1,519 at the 2021 Census. Its compact size and tranquil waterfront setting give it a distinctly village-like atmosphere within the broader metropolitan area.

Wareemba is beloved for its heritage streetscapes, leafy lanes, and direct access to Hen and Chicken Bay foreshore parkland. The suburb's residents enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy proximity to the cafés and restaurants of Five Dock and Drummoyne, both a short walk away. A strong Italian-Australian heritage is reflected in the community's character and local culture, and with a median weekly rent of $600 and median household income above Sydney's inner-west average, it attracts a mix of long-established families and professional couples.

Wareemba falls under postcode 2046 and is governed by Canada Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Drummoyne electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2046
Urban Area
Canada Bay
LGA / Council
Canada Bay
Federal Electorate
Reid
State Electorate
Drummoyne
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 151.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.32 km²
Elevation
21m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.92M
15 sales · ▲ 17.3% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.4M
15 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,033
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
43 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Five Dock (future Metro)
1 km
12 min

Bus Services

  • 461,462 — Sydney CBD via Drummoyne 25-35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest is Strathfield (~4 km) or future Metro West
By Bus
Approx 30 min by bus (routes 461/462)
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Sydney Metro West (Five Dock Station) will significantly improve rail access when complete.

Walkability Very Walkable

Compact inner-west suburb with good footpaths, foreshore access and nearby shops in Five Dock and Drummoyne.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
243.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.3%
Motor vehicle theft
116 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
212.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
213.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.3%
View all 62 offence types for Canada Bay →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,546
Census 2021
1,519
▼ 1.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$42,172
Personal Income 2021
$53,404
▲ 26.6% 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
$53,404 / yr
$1027/wk
Household
$119,288 / yr
$2294/wk
Family
$151,060 / yr
$2905/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,035
Born Overseas 438

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Italy 142
  • 2. England 37
  • 3. China 26
  • 4. New Zealand 23
  • 5. Greece 15
  • 6. United States 14
  • 7. Thailand 13
  • 8. Turkey 11
  • 9. South Korea 10
  • 10. Philippines 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Italian 482
English 387
Australian 375
Irish 170
Scottish 81
Chinese 80
Greek 77
German 32
Filipino 24
Croatian 19

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

555
Both parents born in Australia
696
Both parents born overseas
229
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
67.8%
No Religion
24.8%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
0.9%
Hinduism
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
90 (5.9%)
5-14 years
188 (12.4%)
15-19 years
84 (5.5%)
20-24 years
64 (4.2%)
25-34 years
162 (10.7%)
35-44 years
205 (13.5%)
45-54 years
230 (15.1%)
55-64 years
186 (12.2%)
65-74 years
145 (9.5%)
75-84 years
111 (7.3%)
85+ years
57 (3.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What LGA is Wareemba in? +

Wareemba is in the City of Canada Bay local government area in Sydney's inner west.

Is there a train station near Wareemba? +

There is no train station directly in Wareemba. The nearest option is Strathfield Station (~4 km away). Bus routes 461 and 462 connect the suburb to the Sydney CBD in approximately 30 minutes. The planned Sydney Metro West will add a Five Dock Station nearby.

What is the median rent in Wareemba? +

The median weekly rent in Wareemba is approximately $600 according to the 2021 Census.

What is Wareemba known for? +

Wareemba is known for its peaceful foreshore setting on Hen and Chicken Bay, heritage architecture, and proximity to the cafés and amenities of Five Dock and Drummoyne.

What is the average income in Wareemba? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Wareemba is about $1,027 per week (around $53,400 per year). The median household income is $2,294 per week and the median family income is $2,905 per week.

What is the median house price in Wareemba? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,920,000, up 17.3% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,400,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Wareemba? +

The median age in Wareemba is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (230 residents, around 15%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Wareemba a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wareemba is part of the Canada Bay 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.

What is the population of Wareemba? +

Wareemba had a population of 1,519 at the 2021 Census, down 1.7% from 1,546 in 2016.

How much is rent in Wareemba? +

In Wareemba, the median weekly rent is $600, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,033 (2021 Census).