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Earlwood

NSW 2206 • Greater Sydney

18,053
Population (2021)
$43,524
Median Income
5.61 km²
Area
$570/wk
Median Rent
Leafy SuburbFamily-FriendlyEstablishedInner SouthVillage FeelBus Access

About Earlwood

Earlwood is a leafy, established residential suburb located 13 km south of the Sydney CBD in the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA, home to approximately 18,000 residents. The suburb is prized for its tree-lined streets, quality housing stock, and strong community character developed over many decades. Unlike many nearby suburbs, Earlwood has no direct train station, which has helped preserve its quiet residential feel. The suburb borders Wolli Creek, whose stations provide the nearest rail access, while multiple bus routes connect residents to the broader network.

Earlwood's village-like atmosphere is anchoed by the shops and cafes along Homer Street and Wardell Road, which form a charming local hub popular with residents. The suburb has a strong Greek-Australian community legacy alongside growing multicultural diversity. Earlwood is popular with young families and established professionals who appreciate the quiet streets, parklands, and proximity to Wolli Creek Regional Park. Despite the lack of a train station, the suburb's community cohesion and housing quality command strong real estate values.

Earlwood falls under postcode 2206 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Canterbury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2206
Urban Area
Canterbury
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Barton
State Electorate
Canterbury
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.92°, 151.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
5.61 km²
Elevation
33m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bexley North
1.5 km
18 min
Bardwell Park
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • 412, 423, 446, 473 — Central Station, Rockdale, Marrickville 25-40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
35 min via Bexley North
By Car (Peak)
25-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ No direct station in Earlwood; buses 412/423 to City; drive to Bexley North for T8

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable within local village strips; bus-dependent for commuting; no walkable train station

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Clark Street Earlwood 2206 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Earlwood, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Earlwood Aboriginal Art Site
Earlwood • SHR #01801

🔍 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 Earlwood by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Earlwood Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$570
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,817
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

43 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
17,741
Census 2021
18,053
▲ 1.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,412
Income 2021
$43,524
▲ 22.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 11,166
Born Overseas 6,269

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Greece 1,331
  • 2. China 533
  • 3. Vietnam 431
  • 4. Lebanon 429
  • 5. Italy 396
  • 6. England 321
  • 7. New Zealand 200
  • 8. Philippines 155
  • 9. Indonesia 120
  • 10. Hong Kong 95

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Greek 4,029
Australian 3,044
English 2,692
Italian 1,616
Lebanese 1,405
Chinese 1,371
Irish 1,258
Scottish 780
Vietnamese 655
German 324

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,729
Both parents born in Australia
10,067
Both parents born overseas
2,501
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
62.6%
No Religion
24.9%
Buddhism
3.1%
Islam
3.0%
Hinduism
0.5%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
870 (4.8%)
5-14 years
2,139 (11.8%)
15-19 years
1,102 (6.1%)
20-24 years
979 (5.4%)
25-34 years
1,841 (10.2%)
35-44 years
2,274 (12.6%)
45-54 years
2,841 (15.7%)
55-64 years
2,279 (12.6%)
65-74 years
1,718 (9.5%)
75-84 years
1,380 (7.6%)
85+ years
629 (3.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Earlwood have a train station? +

Earlwood does not have its own train station. The nearest stations are Bexley North and Bardwell Park on the T8 Airport & South Line, approximately 1.5-1.8 km away. Buses 412 and 423 provide direct connections to the Sydney CBD.

What is the median rent in Earlwood? +

The median weekly rent in Earlwood is approximately $570 per week, reflecting the suburb's popularity for its quiet, leafy character and proximity to the CBD despite the lack of direct train access.

Which council/LGA covers Earlwood? +

Earlwood is part of Canterbury-Bankstown Council, one of Greater Sydney's most populous local government areas, formed in 2016 through the merger of the former Canterbury and Bankstown councils.

What is Earlwood known for? +

Earlwood is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets, strong Greek-Australian community heritage, village-like atmosphere along Homer Street, and its reputation as a quiet, family-friendly suburb close to the city with a genuine neighbourhood feel.