Holsworthy
NSW 2173 • Greater Sydney
About Holsworthy
Holsworthy is a suburb in south-western Sydney, located approximately 35 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Campbelltown and Liverpool local government areas. With a population of around 5,700, the suburb has undergone significant residential development in recent years, transforming from semi-rural land into a growing residential community. A large portion of the area is occupied by the Holsworthy Barracks military base.
The suburb offers an emerging suburban lifestyle with new housing estates, parks, and growing community infrastructure. Residents have access to Holsworthy train station for commuting and nearby Moorebank and Liverpool for shopping and services. Holsworthy appeals to first-home buyers, young families, and defence personnel who appreciate the relatively affordable housing and improving transport links in Sydney's south-west growth corridor.
Holsworthy falls under postcode 2173 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Campbelltown electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 901 — Liverpool via Moorebank ~20 min
- 902 — Campbelltown ~30 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Holsworthy Station provides direct T8 line access to CBD via Airport tunnel
Limited walkability due to spread-out development and proximity to military land. New estates have footpaths but shops and services require driving.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Holsworthy High School ICSEA 10009825 2888 Huon Cres
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Holsworthy Public School ICSEA 11009825 1479 36 INFANTRY PARADE
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Holsworthy, 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 Holsworthy by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Holsworthy Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Holsworthy" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
4 state housing + 0 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. India 462
- 2. Philippines 158
- 3. Bangladesh 134
- 4. China 129
- 5. New Zealand 104
- 6. Indonesia 100
- 7. Fiji 98
- 8. Nepal 71
- 9. Egypt 60
- 10. England 59
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)