Harris Park
NSW 2150 • Greater Sydney
About Harris Park
Harris Park is Sydney's vibrant Little India, a compact multicultural suburb of over 5,000 residents located just 19 kilometres west of the CBD, adjacent to Parramatta. With 45% of residents born in India, it has become the heart of the Indian diaspora in Australia, officially recognised with a 'Little India' precinct designation in 2023. The suburb boasts significant heritage, including Experiment Farm where Australia's first private farm was established in 1791.
Life in Harris Park revolves around authentic Indian culture and cuisine—the streets burst with sari shops, jewellers, sweet stores, and restaurants serving regional Indian cuisines from Gujarati to South Indian. Harris Park station provides direct CBD access, while walking distance to Parramatta offers comprehensive amenities. The community attracts Indian families, students, and professionals seeking cultural connection, authentic food, and affordable inner-west living with excellent transport links.
Harris Park falls under postcode 2150 and is governed by Parramatta Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Parramatta electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- M91, 525 — Parramatta CBD 5 min
- 525 — Strathfield 25 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Direct trains from Harris Park station to Central/Town Hall
Most errands accomplished on foot, excellent pedestrian access to Parramatta
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Arthur Phillip High School ICSEA 994Smith St
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31-33 Allen Street
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Macarthur Girls High School ICSEA 1071Macarthur St
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23-25 Alice Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 5 heritage-listed places in or near Harris Park, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 2,288
- 2. Nepal 299
- 3. China 210
- 4. Lebanon 139
- 5. Philippines 118
- 6. New Zealand 57
- 7. Bangladesh 55
- 8. Afghanistan 52
- 9. Pakistan 52
- 10. Sri Lanka 36
- 11. Vietnam 35
- 12. South Korea 29
- 13. Malaysia 29
- 14. Fiji 26
- 15. Hong Kong 25
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)