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Strathfield - West has an estimated 8,948 residents, down 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 148 projects tracked in the area around Strathfield - West.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Strathfield - West Statistical Area (Lv2), located 12 kilometres west from Sydney CBD, had an estimated population of 8,948 as of Aug 2026. This represents a decrease of 305 people (3.3%) from the 9,253 counted in the 2021 Census. The estimate draws on an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 8,936 from the ABS as of June 2025 and 56 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date. The area combines above-average median household income, substantial overseas-born and culturally diverse communities, and a strong level of outright home ownership. Its population profile includes a notable share of people aged 15 to 24 and many married families, including couples with children.
Its population growth pattern is described as moderate. Green spaces, parks, recreational facilities, community centres, schools, shopping, cafes, eateries and public transport contribute to a connected suburban setting for residents and families.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Strathfield - West Statistical Area (Lv2), located 12 kilometres west from Sydney CBD, had an estimated population of 8,948 as of Aug 2026. This represents a decrease of 305 people (3.3%) from the 9,253 counted in the 2021 Census. The estimate draws on an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 8,936 from the ABS as of June 2025 and 56 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date. The area combines above-average median household income, substantial overseas-born and culturally diverse communities, and a strong level of outright home ownership. Its population profile includes a notable share of people aged 15 to 24 and many married families, including couples with children.
Its population growth pattern is described as moderate. Green spaces, parks, recreational facilities, community centres, schools, shopping, cafes, eateries and public transport contribute to a connected suburban setting for residents and families.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,451 in 2001 and 8,936 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,948 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 15.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 33.1%.
Strathfield - West ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for health and the 91st for cultural diversity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Strathfield - West is $812 a week, up 1.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 1.4%.
3% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $878 in 2017, $1,160 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $596 in 2017, $784 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/44 Beresford Road, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $1,415,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3 Augusta Street, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $9,150,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Birnam Grove, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $5,000,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/50 Noble Avenue, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $2,460,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 22 Victoria Street, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $5,240,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Hedges Avenue, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $5,550,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 56 Cave Road, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $2,000,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 60 Bareena Street, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $7,050,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 120 Wallis Avenue, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $3,580,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/168 Albert Road, Strathfield NSW 2135 | $885,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 18 May 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $3,475,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $812 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +1.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 1.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $3.86m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $754k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $3,475,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 18 May 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,160 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $784 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +0.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 1.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 5.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner West | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner West, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 129 tracked applications: 42 approved, 30 under assessment, 57 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 148 projects in and around Strathfield - West, 32 of them under construction.
A new arts and cultural precinct on the former Burwood Library car park at the corner of Conder Street and Railway Parade, Burwood. Designed by CHROFI with Tyrrell Studio, it will include a theatre, studio, two multipurpose halls, a community lounge and a cafe, with a public plaza and urban park.
An upgrade to one of Strathfield's most popular attractions. The project includes increasing the height of the netting, upgrading poles, and installing a new ball management system to improve the facility's operations.
80-apartment development offering 1-3 bedroom residences with contemporary design, landscaped gardens, and premium finishes. Developed by Ventus with construction by One Way Development & Construction. Located near transport and Sydney Olympic Park in Homebush.
Active transport infrastructure upgrade funded jointly by the Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants program ($5.9 million) and Strathfield Council.
A 9-storey mixed-use development featuring 132 residential apartments (1, 2, and 3-bedroom), a 120-place childcare centre, ground-floor commercial space, and three levels of basement parking.
A 15-storey residential building comprising approximately 100 apartments with a mix of 1, 2, and 3 bedroom configurations and basement parking for 116 vehicles. Developed by Hyside Projects Subthree Pty Ltd, with estimated completion in 2026.
Approved seven-storey mixed-use development comprising 40 residential apartments, four ground-floor retail tenancies, and four levels of basement parking. Located along the Parramatta Road corridor within Strathfield Council, the scheme delivers transit-oriented residential and retail space. Design documentation was led by Ghazi Al Ali Architect.
A 25-storey mixed-use development involving the addition of 17 storeys to an approved 8-storey building (Building B), creating approximately 214 residential apartments in total across the site. Two other 8-storey buildings (A and C) are already complete.
A boutique 6-storey apartment development in Sydney's Inner West offering 32 modern one- and two-bedroom residences with high-quality finishes, open-plan layouts, premium materials, private balconies, communal rooftop garden, four ground-floor commercial spaces, and basement parking.
Burwood Council is progressing a $54 million redevelopment of Enfield Aquatic Centre, including a new heated 50 metre outdoor pool, enhanced splash park, health and wellness facilities, new foyer and reception, cafe, inclusive amenities, landscaping integrated with Henley Park, upgrades to existing pools and plant, heritage and public art elements, and a…
Repurposing of a 5.9-hectare NSW Government-owned site in Lidcombe for mixed health, education, and residential uses. The site is subdivided into three lots: 3.16 hectares transferred to Homes NSW for 48 new homes including 18 social and affordable dwellings, an 8,900 square meter site for the MS Plus wellbeing centre which opened in March 2025, and a third…
Multi-dwelling residential proposal providing 11 townhouses across two detached multi-level buildings with basement parking. The development incorporates contemporary architectural design, private open space, and landscaping within the Strathfield LGA.
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Estimated completion year of the 73 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 4, 2026 20, 2027 22, 2028 10, 2029 4, 2030 4, 2031 2, 2032 3, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 3. 34 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 129 substantial development applications lodged in and around Strathfield - West over the past 5 years, 106 in the last 12 months; 30 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 5, 2022 9, 2023 1, 2024 3, 2025 5, 2026 (to Oct) 106.
Key application 22-28 Courallie Ave, Homebush West Multi-Resi | $9.3m | 28 dwellings | 6 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 129 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 106 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 54th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 38 | ABS building approvals | 50th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 42 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Strathfield - West SA2 include: Strathfield Medium Density Housing Strategy (Planning); Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Improvement Program (Construction); Strathfield Town Centre Masterplan (Planning); Bridge Road Residences (Construction); and Strathfield Council Parks Upgrades - Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program (Dev. Application). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Strathfield - West SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Strathfield - West compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Strathfield - West SA2 area has seen 76 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Strathfield - West SA2's current population of 8,948 has been supported by 38 approvals on average over recent years.
The Strathfield - West SA2 has seen 4.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 238 people in the Strathfield - West SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Strathfield - West SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 38, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the Strathfield - West SA2 has seen 191 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Strathfield - West are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,948 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,288 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,253 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.91 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Strathfield - West SA2 was estimated to be approximately 8,948 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,936 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The strathfield - west sa2 has lost approximately 305 people and shown a 3.30% decrease from the 9,253 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Strathfield - West SA2 is estimated at 2,289 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Strathfield - West SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Strathfield - West SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (87.8%), Natural increase (12.2%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 87.8% of overall population gains.
Strathfield - West's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 29.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Strathfield - West SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Strathfield - West is 4 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Strathfield - West SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 13.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Strathfield - West SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 10.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Strathfield - West SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.4% vs 2.1%) and 65-74 year-olds (11.0% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.8% of the population in the Strathfield - West SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.5% of the population in the Strathfield - West SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,034 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 21st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $85,544 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,726 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $961 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 45.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,066 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is approximately $55,354. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,034.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is approximately $91,002. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $85,544.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is approximately $55,354 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,034 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is approximately $91,002 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,544 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Strathfield - West SA2's households (~33.1% / 945 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Strathfield - West SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 33.1% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is $2,726/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is $3,066/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is $961/wk.
The Strathfield - West SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $52,034 and an average of $85,544 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is among the highest in Australia, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $55,354 (median) and $91,002 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Strathfield - West SA2 is $10,179 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The strathfield - west sa2's disposable income is $10,179 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Strathfield - West ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,856 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,854 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,990 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Strathfield - West SA2 has approximately 4,856 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Strathfield - West SA2 stands at 2.7%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Strathfield - West SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.2% of employment), professional & technical (11.8%), and retail trade (9.8%). Other significant employers include construction and finance & insurance.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Strathfield - West SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Strathfield - West SA2 is 64.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The strathfield - west sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 20.2% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The strathfield - west sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Strathfield - West ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 50.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
50.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Strathfield - West SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
31.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Strathfield - West SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The strathfield - west sa2 ranks in the 62th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Strathfield - West SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (33.9%), Postgraduate (13.4%), Certificate (9.5%).
30.0% of the population in the Strathfield - West SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.1% in primary school, 8.6% in secondary school, 9.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Strathfield - West SA2 is 1056, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Strathfield - West SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,685 students.
The strathfield - west sa2 includes 1 primary school, 2 secondary schools, 2 combined schools.
Strathfield - West features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 47.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,853 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,759 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Strathfield - West SA2 had 2,853 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 3.3% to an estimated 2,759 households today.
The average household size in the Strathfield - West SA2 is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.2%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,331 family households, couples with children account for 47.5% of all households, couples without children at home 23.9%, and single parent families 9.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Strathfield - West SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.7% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.2% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Strathfield - West SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 15.2% of all households in the Strathfield - West SA2, notably lower than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.9% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Strathfield - West is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 47.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 58.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 41.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 52.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
Strathfield - West is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 47.9% of its population born overseas and 58.5% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Strathfield - West was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.7% of people in Strathfield - West. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 10.6% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Sydney average of 5.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Strathfield - West are Chinese, comprising 20.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, Other, comprising 15.4% of the population, and Lebanese, comprising 10.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 2.6%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 4.4% of Strathfield - West (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Sri Lankan at 1.5% (vs 0.3%) and Vietnamese at 3.8% (vs 1.8%).
47.9% of the Strathfield - West SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
58.5% of the population in the Strathfield - West SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.4% of the Strathfield - West SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
86.3% of the Strathfield - West SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Strathfield - West is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 43.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 78.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $530 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 75th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Strathfield - West SA2, 43.0% of homes are owned outright, 36.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 78.6% of dwellings in the Strathfield - West SA2 are houses.
In the Strathfield - West SA2, 17.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Strathfield - West SA2 stands at 43.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Strathfield - West SA2 is $3,200, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Strathfield - West SA2 is $1,633, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Strathfield - West SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 27.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Strathfield - West SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Strathfield - West SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 27.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 19.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Strathfield - West SA2 consists of 78.6% detached houses, 3.9% semi-detached dwellings, 17.4% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Strathfield - West consumes approximately 13.8% of median household income ($11,804 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Strathfield - West show attached dwellings contributing 5% of approvals compared to 21% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 95% of applications versus 79% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Strathfield - West's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 78th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 84.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
Around 59.7% of people in the Strathfield - West SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Strathfield - West SA2, 6.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
4.4% of people in the Strathfield - West SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.1% of the Strathfield - West SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the Strathfield - West SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Strathfield - West SA2, 59.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 79 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 79th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 127 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 81st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,148 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 70 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 44.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 127 public transport stops within the Strathfield - West SA2.
The Strathfield - West SA2 has 2,148 weekly trips across 38 routes, averaging 306 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 129 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 363 m away and the nearest child care centre 429 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 127 stops nearby, 2,148 weekly trips, access rating 79 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 52 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 363 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 429 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 865 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 897 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 958 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 971 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 3 long day care centres with 229 places in Strathfield - West, about 1.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Strathfield - West compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Strathfield - West ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Strathfield - West's resilient property market has recorded 148 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential, 1% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in Strathfield - West are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Strathfield - West's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
AreaSearch assessment positions Strathfield - West ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
The educational profile of Strathfield - West ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Strathfield - West features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
Strathfield - West is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Strathfield - West is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Strathfield - West's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Strathfield - West has an estimated 8,948 residents, down 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 148 projects tracked in the area around Strathfield - West.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Strathfield - West.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (120031681). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Strathfield - West from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Strathfield - West with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
