Catherine Field
NSW 2557 • Greater Sydney
About Catherine Field
Catherine Field is a fast-growing residential suburb in Sydney's south-western corridor, located within the Camden Local Government Area approximately 50 kilometres from the Sydney CBD. The suburb recorded a population of around 2,609 in the 2021 census — a remarkable 57% increase from the 1,657 residents counted in 2016 — reflecting its status as one of NSW's major greenfield growth areas. It sits within the South West Growth Area designated by the NSW Government, with plans for up to 3,200 new homes, schools, and local retail nodes. Predominantly a young family demographic, Catherine Field is characterised by new residential estates, wide streets, and a strong community-in-formation feel.
Catherine Field offers a mix of established rural lifestyle properties and newer residential subdivisions, with several parks and open spaces woven through the growing estate areas. Residents have access to Gregory Hills and Oran Park town centres nearby, which provide supermarkets, cafés, medical facilities, and retail services. The suburb is popular with young families and first-home buyers attracted by new housing stock and relative affordability compared to inner Sydney. The Hume Motorway provides road access to the Sydney CBD, and ongoing infrastructure investment in the region promises improved public transport and community facilities in coming years.
Catherine Field falls under postcode 2557 and is governed by Camden Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Leppington electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 895 — Leppington Station 15 min
- 899 — Campbelltown via Gregory Hills 35 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Rapid residential growth ahead of transport infrastructure; improved services planned with South West Metro extension
New estates have footpaths and local parks but limited walkable destinations; a car is needed for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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100 Badgally Rd
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Kieran Geaney Drive
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31 Rossmore Ave West
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Rossmore Public School ICSEA 937Bringelly Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Catherine Field, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Catherine Field by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Catherine Field Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Catherine Field" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 3 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. China 92
- 2. Nepal 70
- 3. Italy 57
- 4. India 42
- 5. Malta 41
- 6. Fiji 34
- 7. Philippines 31
- 8. Pakistan 28
- 9. England 27
- 10. Iraq 25
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)