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Enfield

NSW 2136 • Greater Sydney

2,992
Population (2021)
$39,728
Median Income
0.73 km²
Area
21m
Elevation
Family-FriendlyInner WestLeafy StreetsHeritage HomesQuiet Living

About Enfield

Enfield is a quiet, leafy suburb located 11 kilometres southwest of Sydney's CBD in the Burwood LGA. With a population of around 3,000, it sits nestled between the busy hubs of Strathfield and Burwood, offering a peaceful residential character with wide tree-lined streets. The suburb features a mix of heritage homes and modern townhouses, attracting families and professionals seeking space without sacrificing city access.

Life in Enfield centres on its relaxed suburban atmosphere and proximity to nearby amenities. Henley Park provides green space for recreation, while residents access shopping, dining, and entertainment in neighbouring Strathfield and Burwood. The suburb appeals to those who value quiet streets and a strong community feel, with excellent schools in the area and easy commutes to the city via bus or nearby train stations.

Enfield falls under postcode 2136 and is governed by Burwood Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Strathfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2136
Urban Area
Burwood
LGA
Burwood
Federal Electorate
Grayndler
State Electorate
Strathfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.73 km²
Elevation
21m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Strathfield
1.5 km
18 min
Burwood
2.3 km
28 min
Croydon
2.1 km
25 min
Homebush
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 461 — Burwood to City 35 min
  • 490 — Drummoyne to Hurstville 20 min to Burwood
  • 492 — Strathfield to Drummoyne 5 min to Strathfield

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
11 km
By Train
20-25 min from Strathfield
By Bus
35-45 min via 461
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Most residents use Strathfield station for direct city trains

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Most errands require a short drive or bus trip to Strathfield/Burwood

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,276
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,833
Census 2021
2,992
▲ 5.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,280
Income 2021
$39,728
▲ 19.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,501
Born Overseas 1,360

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 283
  • 2. India 103
  • 3. South Korea 91
  • 4. Italy 90
  • 5. Lebanon 86
  • 6. Hong Kong 60
  • 7. Vietnam 49
  • 8. Greece 44
  • 9. England 37
  • 10. Philippines 37
  • 11. Indonesia 32
  • 12. Sri Lanka 30
  • 13. Malaysia 29
  • 14. New Zealand 26
  • 15. Fiji 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 589
Australian 392
Italian 369
English 337
Lebanese 221
Greek 177
Irish 173
Korean 141
Indian 134
Scottish 122

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

569
Both parents born in Australia
1,955
Both parents born overseas
322
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.0%
No Religion
24.7%
Hinduism
5.3%
Buddhism
3.6%
Islam
2.5%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
139 (4.6%)
5-14 years
311 (10.4%)
15-19 years
181 (6.0%)
20-24 years
199 (6.7%)
25-34 years
399 (13.3%)
35-44 years
402 (13.4%)
45-54 years
431 (14.4%)
55-64 years
397 (13.3%)
65-74 years
267 (8.9%)
75-84 years
200 (6.7%)
85+ years
71 (2.4%)

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