Lilyfield
NSW 2040 • Greater Sydney
About Lilyfield
Lilyfield is a sought-after inner-west suburb of Sydney, located just 4 kilometres west of the CBD within the Inner West local government area. Home to around 7,600 residents with a median age of 41, it is a vibrant community known for its blend of Victorian terraces, converted warehouses, and modern apartments. The suburb covers approximately 2.2 square kilometres along the southern shore of Iron Cove on the Parramatta River.
Lilyfield offers an appealing inner-city lifestyle with tree-lined streets, excellent cafés along Lilyfield Road, and proximity to the Bay Run walking track around Iron Cove. The suburb is popular with young professionals and couples who appreciate its village atmosphere, heritage architecture, and easy access to the CBD via light rail. Callan Park, a heritage-listed former hospital grounds now serving as open parkland, is a major recreational drawcard.
Lilyfield falls under postcode 2040 and is governed by Inner West Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Balmain electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 440 — Sydney CBD (QVB) 20 min
- 445 — Campsie 30 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ L1 light rail provides frequent, reliable service to Central and Dulwich Hill.
Excellent walkability with local shops, cafés, parks, and light rail stops all within easy walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Kegworth Public School ICSEA 11179569 7320 60 Tebbutt St
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Leichhardt Public School ICSEA 11229569 4141 Marion St
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Orange Grove Public School ICSEA 11329810 1378 Perry St
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215 Elswick Street
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Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus ICSEA 11049560 2355 Derbyshire Rd
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10 Trevor St
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Lilyfield, 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 Lilyfield by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Lilyfield Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lilyfield" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
265 state housing + 41 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. England 447
- 2. New Zealand 199
- 3. Italy 149
- 4. United States 71
- 5. China 68
- 6. Greece 64
- 7. Ireland 63
- 8. Scotland 61
- 9. Hong Kong 42
- 10. Malaysia 41
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)