Ambarvale
NSW 2560 • Greater Sydney
About Ambarvale
Ambarvale is a residential suburb in south-western Sydney, located 55 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Campbelltown, within the Macarthur region. With a population of around 7,250, the suburb has a median age of 34 and a diverse multicultural community, with significant Filipino, New Zealand and English-born populations. Established in 1976, Ambarvale features a mix of public and private housing and has a strong family orientation with an average household size of 2.8 persons.
Ambarvale offers an affordable entry point into Sydney home ownership, attracting young families and first-home buyers. The suburb has local shopping facilities, multiple schools including Thomas Reddall High School, and sporting fields. Residents enjoy easy access to nearby Macarthur Square shopping centre and the scenic Georges River walking trails. The area has a laid-back suburban feel with a strong sense of community among its culturally diverse residents.
Ambarvale falls under postcode 2560 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Campbelltown electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 887, 887A — Campbelltown Station via Rosemeadow 15 mins
- 888 — Macarthur Square 10 mins
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Most residents drive to Macarthur or Campbelltown Station for the train commute
Local shops and schools accessible on foot but most errands require a car
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Ambarvale Public School ICSEA 944Copperfield Drive
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Appin Public School ICSEA 989Main Rd
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Bradbury Public School ICSEA 987Jacaranda Ave
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4 St Johns Road
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Airds High School ICSEA 875Briar Rd
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Beverley Park School ICSEA 967Beverley Rd
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Briar Road Public School ICSEA 835Briar Rd
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Menangle Road
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Campbelltown East Public School ICSEA 927Waminda Ave
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Campbelltown North Public School ICSEA 967Thomas St & Rudd Rd
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Campbelltown Performing Arts High School ICSEA 950Beverley Rd
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Campbelltown Public School ICSEA 946Lithgow St
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Kentlyn Public School ICSEA 990Georges River Rd
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Lomandra School ICSEA 864Beverley Rd
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Leumeah High School ICSEA 972Junction Rd
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Leumeah Public School ICSEA 1034Burrendong Rd
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Ambarvale High School ICSEA 925Thomas Rose Drive
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Demetrius Road
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Mary Brooksbank School ICSEA 1000Anthony & Cleopatra Drives
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Lot 2 Demetrius Road
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Ambarvale by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Ambarvale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Ambarvale" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
412 state housing + 13 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. Philippines 193
- 2. New Zealand 177
- 3. England 153
- 4. India 82
- 5. Fiji 74
- 6. Samoa 70
- 7. Lebanon 46
- 8. Pakistan 46
- 9. Chile 43
- 10. China 39
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)