Merrylands West
NSW 2160 • Greater Sydney
About Merrylands West
Merrylands West is a culturally diverse suburb in Sydney's western suburbs, located within the Cumberland local government area approximately 25 kilometres west of the CBD. It has a population of around 7,050 with a median age of 36. The suburb is one of Sydney's most multicultural areas, with significant Lebanese, Afghan, Chinese, Iraqi and Pakistani communities. It has a lower median income than the Sydney average, reflecting its working-class character.
The suburb benefits from proximity to Merrylands town centre, which offers a wide range of Middle Eastern and Asian restaurants, cafes and shops along Merrylands Road. Stockland Merrylands shopping centre provides major retail options. Local parks and sporting facilities serve the community, and several schools cater to the area's young families. It appeals to first-home buyers and families seeking affordable housing with good transport links to Parramatta and the Sydney CBD.
Merrylands West falls under postcode 2160 and is governed by Cumberland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Granville electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 804, 811 — Merrylands to Parramatta 15-20 min
- 806 — Merrylands to Liverpool via Fairfield 40 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Express trains available via T2 line; close to Parramatta (10 min by train)
Some daily errands can be accomplished on foot near Merrylands Road, but the western portion of the suburb is more residential and car-dependent.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Sherwood Road
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102 Kenyons Road
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Fowler Road School ICSEA 895Cnr Fowler Road & Matthew Street
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Hilltop Road Public School ICSEA 9719635 7722 Hilltop Rd
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Holroyd School ICSEA 9839637 1219 2 Willara Ave
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Merrylands East Public School ICSEA 955Myee St
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Merrylands High School ICSEA 9159632 9401 Bristol Street
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Merrylands Public School ICSEA 9369632 9709 Fowler Rd
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 Merrylands West by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Merrylands West Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Merrylands West" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
117 state housing + 69 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. Lebanon 447
- 2. Afghanistan 331
- 3. China 202
- 4. Iraq 158
- 5. Pakistan 158
- 6. India 139
- 7. Iran 134
- 8. Philippines 126
- 9. Turkey 81
- 10. New Zealand 78
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)