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Liberty Grove

NSW 2138 • Greater Sydney

2,055
Population (2021)
$57,876
Median Income
0.23 km²
Area
$600/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalNew DevelopmentRiversideCommuter BeltMid-Range

About Liberty Grove

Liberty Grove is a compact, purpose-built residential community in Sydney's inner-west, located approximately 14 kilometres from the CBD within the Canada Bay Area council. Covering just 0.233 square kilometres, it is one of Sydney's smallest suburbs and was developed in the early 2000s on former industrial land near Rhodes. With 2,055 residents and a high median household income of $2,663 per week, the suburb has a strongly multicultural character — the majority of residents have Chinese, Indian, or Korean ancestry, and over half were born overseas.

Liberty Grove is designed around a pedestrian-friendly internal layout, with modern apartment buildings arranged around parks and pathways leading toward the Parramatta River waterfront and Rhodes Shopping Centre. Rhodes train station on the T1 North Shore and Western Line is approximately 700 metres away, providing direct services to Sydney CBD in around 25 minutes. The suburb's walkable layout, excellent transport links, proximity to the Rhodes Business Park tech precinct, and access to the Parramatta River foreshore make it especially popular with young professionals and families with an Asian background seeking a modern, connected lifestyle.

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

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2138
Urban Area
Canada Bay
LGA / Council
Canada Bay
Federal Electorate
Reid
State Electorate
Drummoyne
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.84°, 151.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.23 km²
Elevation
8m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rhodes
0.7 km
9 min

Bus Services

  • Route 514, 526 — Parramatta / Strathfield / Meadowbank 15-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
~25 min to Town Hall via T1 North Shore & Western Line from Rhodes Station
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-25 min

🛣️ Homebush Bay Drive and the M4 Western Motorway are the main arterials; Rhodes Station is an easy walk from most of Liberty Grove

Walkability Very Walkable

Most daily errands can be done on foot thanks to the nearby Rhodes Shopping Centre, waterfront parks, and pedestrian-friendly street design within the precinct

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Liberty Grove by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Liberty Grove Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,261
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,254
Census 2021
2,055
▼ 8.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$47,944
Income 2021
$57,876
▲ 20.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 857
Born Overseas 1,137

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 206
  • 2. India 195
  • 3. South Korea 150
  • 4. Hong Kong 85
  • 5. Philippines 53
  • 6. Malaysia 37
  • 7. England 30
  • 8. Iran 24
  • 9. Italy 23
  • 10. New Zealand 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 456
Indian 276
Australian 263
English 215
Korean 213
Italian 105
Irish 90
Filipino 86
Scottish 60
Greek 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

302
Both parents born in Australia
1,501
Both parents born overseas
185
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.8%
No Religion
31.7%
Hinduism
10.7%
Islam
4.1%
Buddhism
3.4%
Sikhism
0.9%
Judaism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
137 (6.7%)
5-14 years
262 (12.7%)
15-19 years
123 (6.0%)
20-24 years
99 (4.8%)
25-34 years
279 (13.6%)
35-44 years
436 (21.2%)
45-54 years
297 (14.5%)
55-64 years
214 (10.4%)
65-74 years
153 (7.4%)
75-84 years
53 (2.6%)
85+ years
12 (0.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Liberty Grove known for? +

Liberty Grove is known for its modern, purpose-built residential character developed on former industrial land near Rhodes, and for its highly multicultural community with a strong Asian presence. The suburb's proximity to the Parramatta River, Rhodes Shopping Centre, and the Rhodes Business Park makes it a popular choice for young professionals and families.

How far is Liberty Grove from Sydney CBD? +

Liberty Grove is approximately 14 kilometres west of Sydney CBD. By train from nearby Rhodes Station on the T1 line, the journey to Town Hall takes around 25 minutes. By car, expect 25-40 minutes during peak hour or 15-25 minutes off-peak.

Does Liberty Grove have public transport? +

Liberty Grove is within easy walking distance (approximately 700 metres) of Rhodes Station on the T1 North Shore and Western Line, offering frequent direct services to Sydney CBD. Bus routes also connect the area to Parramatta, Strathfield, and surrounding suburbs.

What is the population of Liberty Grove? +

According to the 2021 Census, Liberty Grove has a population of 2,055 residents across just 0.233 square kilometres, making it one of Sydney's most densely settled small suburbs. The community is predominantly made up of residents born overseas, particularly from China, India, and South Korea.

Is Liberty Grove a good place to live? +

Liberty Grove suits those who value modern apartment living in a walkable, well-connected precinct close to Sydney CBD, the Parramatta River, and major shopping. Its vibrant multicultural community, strong transport links, and proximity to tech employers in Rhodes make it particularly popular with young professionals and Asian-Australian families.

What is the postcode for Liberty Grove? +

The postcode for Liberty Grove is 2138, located in the Canada Bay Area in New South Wales, which it shares with the suburb of Rhodes.