Bexley North

NSW 2207 • Greater Sydney

4,281
Population (2021)
$38,220
Median Income
1.20 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalSuburbanFamily-FriendlyEstablishedCommuter Belt

About Bexley North

Bexley North is a compact, multicultural suburb in southern Sydney, located approximately 13 kilometres south of the CBD within the Georges River Council area. With a population of around 4,281 spread across just 1.2 square kilometres, it is a densely settled residential area featuring a mix of post-war brick homes, semi-detached dwellings, and apartment buildings. The suburb has a notably diverse demographic, with significant Greek and Chinese communities and one of the highest Eastern Orthodox populations in the region.

Bexley North train station on the T8 Airport and South Line provides direct rail access to Sydney CBD in approximately 25–30 minutes, making the suburb popular with city commuters seeking affordable inner-south living. The main commercial strip along Forest Road offers local shops, cafés, and services catering to its diverse community, and there are multiple public and Catholic schools nearby. Well-connected by rail, bus, and road — including proximity to the M5 motorway — Bexley North suits families and professionals who want strong transport links without the premium price tag of suburbs closer to the city.

Bexley North falls under postcode 2207 and is governed by Rockdale Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kogarah electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2207
Urban Area
Rockdale
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.94°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.20 km²
Elevation
41m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bexley North
0.4 km
Approx. 5 min

Bus Services

  • Routes 930, 938, 939 — Sydney CBD (Wynyard / Town Hall) Approx. 35–45 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
Approx. 25–30 min to Museum or Central Station via T8 Airport & South Line
By Car (Peak)
25–45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15–25 min

🛣️ Close to M5 motorway; Bexley North station is a short walk from most of the suburb

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops and train station are accessible on foot, but larger shopping trips require a car or bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    216 Sarsfield Circuit Bexley North 2207 NSW

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Bexley North by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bexley North Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bexley North" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,800
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8%

86 state housing + 35 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,097
Census 2021
4,281
4.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,876
Income 2021
$38,220
19.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,470
Born Overseas 1,634

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 284
  • 2. Greece 234
  • 3. Lebanon 111
  • 4. Hong Kong 87
  • 5. Vietnam 73
  • 6. Philippines 65
  • 7. New Zealand 52
  • 8. Indonesia 47
  • 9. England 45
  • 10. Italy 38

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Greek 910
Chinese 700
Australian 624
English 540
Lebanese 288
Italian 256
Irish 212
Scottish 117
Vietnamese 110
Filipino 108

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

993
Both parents born in Australia
2,571
Both parents born overseas
516
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.0%
No Religion
23.5%
Islam
6.9%
Buddhism
4.2%
Hinduism
1.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
254 (5.9%)
5-14 years
502 (11.7%)
15-19 years
227 (5.3%)
20-24 years
245 (5.7%)
25-34 years
487 (11.4%)
35-44 years
593 (13.9%)
45-54 years
577 (13.5%)
55-64 years
504 (11.8%)
65-74 years
405 (9.5%)
75-84 years
338 (7.9%)
85+ years
150 (3.5%)

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