Carramar
NSW 2163 • Greater Sydney
About Carramar
Carramar is a small, established suburb located 30 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD, within the City of Fairfield in South Western Sydney. With a population of approximately 3,475 residents (2021 Census), Carramar covers just over one square kilometre and is one of the more compact localities in the Fairfield area. The suburb takes its name from an Aboriginal word meaning 'shade of trees', and its history stretches back to the early 19th century — one of Sydney's oldest trees, the Bland Oak, was planted here.
Carramar has a highly multicultural community, with a significant proportion of residents of Vietnamese, Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern backgrounds, reflecting the broader diversity of the Fairfield LGA. The suburb is predominantly residential with easy access to the amenities of neighbouring Fairfield and Villawood. Carramar Railway Station provides direct train access to the city, making it a practical choice for commuters seeking affordable housing close to Sydney's west. It suits young families and first-home buyers looking for value within the Greater Sydney area.
Carramar falls under postcode 2163 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.
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Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 901, 902 — Fairfield & Liverpool 15-25 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ T2 Inner West & Leppington Line direct from Carramar Station
Local streets walkable; train station accessible on foot from most parts of the suburb
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Carramar Public School ICSEA 9319724 1850 The Horsley Drive
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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 Carramar by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Carramar Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Carramar" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
107 state housing + 4 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. Vietnam 624
- 2. China 128
- 3. Iraq 120
- 4. Lebanon 91
- 5. Philippines 73
- 6. New Zealand 52
- 7. Cambodia 40
- 8. Pakistan 39
- 9. Chile 34
- 10. Fiji 34
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)