Chifley
NSW 2036 • Greater Sydney
About Chifley
Chifley is a residential suburb in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, located 13 km south-east of the CBD within the City of Randwick. Named after former Prime Minister Ben Chifley, the suburb had a population of 3,490 at the 2021 census. It is surrounded by Matraville, Malabar, Little Bay and Phillip Bay, offering a quiet suburban character with easy access to nearby coastal areas.
Chifley features several parks including the Bob Clarke Memorial Reserve on Anzac Parade, providing green spaces for families and locals. The suburb is popular with families and professionals who appreciate its proximity to beaches like Malabar and Little Bay. Local amenities include shops along Anzac Parade, and residents benefit from good bus connections to Maroubra Junction, Randwick and the CBD.
Chifley falls under postcode 2036 and is governed by Randwick Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroubra electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 392, 393, 394 — Sydney CBD via Maroubra 35-45 min
- 396, 397 — Maroubra Junction / Westfield Eastgardens 10-15 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ No direct train access; buses via Anzac Parade are the main public transport option
Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with local shops along Anzac Parade
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Chifley Public School ICSEA 9549661 3014 Mitchell St
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Matraville Sports High School ICSEA 9309661 8000 Anzac Pde
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La Perouse Public School ICSEA 9209311 2210 8-18 Yarra Rd
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Malabar Public School ICSEA 10689311 2012 231-239 Franklin Street
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12-18 Prince Edward Street
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Matraville Public School ICSEA 10469311 1783 310 BUNNERONG ROAD
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9311 1175 Menin Rd
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511 Bunnerong Road
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Chifley, 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 Chifley by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Chifley Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Chifley" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
142 state housing + 35 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. England 109
- 2. New Zealand 67
- 3. China 57
- 4. Ireland 54
- 5. South Africa 43
- 6. Indonesia 39
- 7. France 38
- 8. Malaysia 33
- 9. Philippines 27
- 10. Greece 26
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)