Canley Heights
NSW 2166 • Greater Sydney
About Canley Heights
Canley Heights sits in Sydney's southwest, about 30 kilometres from the CBD in the Fairfield local government area. This multicultural suburb of around 12,300 residents has transformed into one of Sydney's most vibrant food destinations, with Vietnamese, Chinese, and South Asian communities shaping its character. The streets buzz with authentic restaurants and grocers that draw food lovers from across the city.
Life here revolves around food, family, and affordability. The main strip offers some of Sydney's best Asian cuisine at prices that won't break the bank. Young families and migrant communities appreciate the combination of value housing and cultural connection. There's a strong sense of community identity, with residents who chose this suburb specifically for its diverse character rather than despite it.
Canley Heights falls under postcode 2166 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.
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Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cabramatta High School ICSEA 9349726 2424 Aladore Ave
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Cabramatta Public School ICSEA 9509724 1534 Levuka St
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Cabramatta West Public School ICSEA 9509724 3332 Broad St
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Harrington Street Public School ICSEA 10009604 4002 13-25 Harrington Street
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Lansvale East Public School ICSEA 9699728 1278 Riverside Rd
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4 Gilmore Street
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Canley Heights Public School ICSEA 9359724 3320 Cambridge St
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Canley Vale High School ICSEA 9549728 7071 Prospect Rd
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Canley Vale Public School ICSEA 9739724 1555 Canley Vale Rd
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Lansvale Public School ICSEA 9345252 LANSVALE PUBLIC SCHOOL 37-45 CHANCERY STREET
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 Canley Heights by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Canley Heights Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Canley Heights" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
276 state housing + 65 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
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Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. Vietnam 3,809
- 2. Cambodia 852
- 3. Iraq 518
- 4. China 194
- 5. New Zealand 149
- 6. Thailand 123
- 7. Samoa 80
- 8. Philippines 78
- 9. Italy 69
- 10. Fiji 52
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)