Concord West

NSW 2138 • Greater Sydney

6,178
Population (2021)
$48,776
Median Income
2.54 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
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About Concord West

Concord West is a quiet residential suburb in Sydney's Inner West, located approximately 12 kilometres west of the CBD in the City of Canada Bay local government area. With a population of around 5,900, it offers a peaceful suburban atmosphere while maintaining excellent connectivity to the city. The suburb is characterised by tree-lined streets, a mix of Federation-era homes and modern developments, and a family-oriented demographic.

Residents enjoy proximity to the expansive Bicentennial Park along the Parramatta River, ideal for walking, cycling, and picnics. The suburb has its own train station on the T9 Northern Line, providing a direct commute to the CBD in around 20 minutes. Local shops along Concord Road cater to daily needs, while nearby Rhodes and Burwood offer larger retail precincts. Concord West attracts young families and professionals seeking a balance of suburban tranquillity and urban convenience.

Concord West falls under postcode 2138 and is governed by Canada Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Drummoyne electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2138
Urban Area
Canada Bay
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.84°, 151.09°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.54 km²
Elevation
16m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Concord West
0.3 km
4 min
North Strathfield
1.2 km
15 min
Rhodes
1.8 km
22 min
Strathfield
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 458 — Burwood to Ryde 20 min
  • 459 — Burwood to Macquarie Park 35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
20 min
By Bus
35-45 min
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Direct train via T9 Northern Line to Central/Town Hall

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot with local shops and the train station within walking distance.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Concord West, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Hospital Road, Concord West • SHR #00115
The Drive, Concord West • SHR #00119

🔍 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 Concord West by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Concord West Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.8%

40 state housing + 17 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,914
Census 2021
6,178
4.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,104
Income 2021
$48,776
24.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,760
Born Overseas 2,088

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 344
  • 2. Italy 224
  • 3. South Korea 167
  • 4. England 101
  • 5. India 85
  • 6. Philippines 82
  • 7. Greece 76
  • 8. Hong Kong 76
  • 9. New Zealand 64
  • 10. Vietnam 63

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,123
English 1,111
Italian 1,097
Chinese 907
Irish 581
Scottish 334
Greek 274
Korean 224
Lebanese 213
Indian 161

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,892
Both parents born in Australia
3,179
Both parents born overseas
768
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
61.6%
No Religion
24.6%
Buddhism
2.7%
Hinduism
2.6%
Islam
1.7%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
249 (4.0%)
5-14 years
821 (13.3%)
15-19 years
417 (6.7%)
20-24 years
364 (5.9%)
25-34 years
719 (11.6%)
35-44 years
734 (11.9%)
45-54 years
937 (15.2%)
55-64 years
786 (12.7%)
65-74 years
638 (10.3%)
75-84 years
393 (6.4%)
85+ years
129 (2.1%)

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