Birrong

NSW 2143 • Greater Sydney

3,331
Population (2021)
$28,496
Median Income
1.20 km²
Area
$440/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalFamily-FriendlySuburbanWestern Sydney

About Birrong

Birrong is a small residential suburb in Sydney's south-western corridor, located approximately 22 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD within the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area. With a population of around 3,330 across just 1.2 square kilometres, it is a densely settled suburb characterised by modest post-war housing on quiet suburban streets. The area has a culturally diverse population with a lower median income compared to the Sydney average.

Birrong offers affordable housing options within reach of Sydney's employment centres via nearby train services. The suburb features local parks including Birrong Leisure and Aquatic Centre, a popular community facility. Birrong Girls High School and Birrong Boys High School serve the local student population. Daily shopping needs are met by small strip shops, with larger retail available at nearby Bankstown Central. The suburb appeals to families and first-home buyers seeking value in established areas.

Birrong falls under postcode 2143 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Auburn electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2143
Urban Area
Bankstown - North-West
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 151.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.20 km²
Elevation
36m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Birrong
0.5 km
6 min
Sefton
1.2 km
15 min
Regents Park
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 916, 918 — Bankstown 10 min
  • 925 — Parramatta 30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
40-45 min
By Car (Peak)
50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Birrong station on Bankstown line. Change at Lidcombe for direct city access or travel via Bankstown.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

A walkable suburb with the train station, schools, and local shops accessible on foot for most residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 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 Birrong by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Birrong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,033
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.8%

55 state housing + 11 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,103
Census 2021
3,331
7.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,596
Income 2021
$28,496
15.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,583
Born Overseas 1,573

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 524
  • 2. China 197
  • 3. Lebanon 147
  • 4. Iraq 47
  • 5. Fiji 40
  • 6. Philippines 40
  • 7. Pakistan 39
  • 8. New Zealand 26
  • 9. North Macedonia 24
  • 10. Italy 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Vietnamese 645
Chinese 559
Australian 434
Lebanese 392
English 330
Irish 86
Macedonian 69
Italian 63
Filipino 61
Scottish 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

425
Both parents born in Australia
2,393
Both parents born overseas
308
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
34.8%
Islam
24.9%
No Religion
18.9%
Buddhism
13.1%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
210 (6.3%)
5-14 years
433 (13.0%)
15-19 years
236 (7.1%)
20-24 years
247 (7.4%)
25-34 years
464 (13.9%)
35-44 years
408 (12.2%)
45-54 years
407 (12.2%)
55-64 years
448 (13.4%)
65-74 years
270 (8.1%)
75-84 years
130 (3.9%)
85+ years
78 (2.3%)

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