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Old Guildford

NSW 2161 • Greater Sydney

2,857
Population (2021)
$24,336
Median Income
0.96 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlyAffordableInner City

About Old Guildford

Old Guildford is a small, densely settled suburb in Sydney's western suburbs, located within the City of Fairfield LGA approximately 25 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 2,857 residents and an area of just under one square kilometre, it sits adjacent to the larger suburb of Guildford and is bordered by the Duck River to the west. The suburb has a notably young median age of 29 and a high proportion of Muslim residents, reflecting broader demographic shifts across the Fairfield and Merrylands corridor.

Old Guildford has a multicultural, working-class character with a close-knit community feel centred around family life. The suburb is well served by public transport, with Guildford Train Station a short walk away providing access to the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line and the T5 Cumberland Line. Local amenities are available along Woodville Road and the adjoining Guildford town centre. Residents typically access schooling, shopping, and services in neighbouring Guildford, Merrylands, and Fairfield.

Old Guildford falls under postcode 2161 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2161
Urban Area
Fairfield - East
LGA / Council
Fairfield
Federal Electorate
Blaxland
State Electorate
Fairfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 150.98°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.96 km²
Elevation
39m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Guildford Station
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • 903, 906 — Parramatta / Fairfield 15-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
~45 min to Central via T2 Line
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ T2 and T5 Lines from Guildford Station

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Flat streets near Guildford Station; most errands require a short walk or bus to Guildford town centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There is 1 park or reserve in Old Guildford.

🔍 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 Old Guildford by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Old Guildford Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,058
Avg Household Size
3.8 people
Median Age
29 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.9%

7 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,663
Census 2021
2,857
▲ 7.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,024
Income 2021
$24,336
▲ 1.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,523
Born Overseas 1,063

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Lebanon 358
  • 2. Afghanistan 78
  • 3. China 77
  • 4. Iraq 61
  • 5. Vietnam 59
  • 6. Pakistan 39
  • 7. Fiji 27
  • 8. Iran 23
  • 9. Philippines 21
  • 10. Turkey 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 968
Australian 350
English 205
Chinese 174
Vietnamese 72
Italian 54
Irish 44
Filipino 36
Indian 26
Samoan 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

294
Both parents born in Australia
1,806
Both parents born overseas
475
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Islam
48.4%
Christianity
27.7%
No Religion
7.4%
Buddhism
3.7%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
251 (8.8%)
5-14 years
487 (17.0%)
15-19 years
224 (7.8%)
20-24 years
245 (8.6%)
25-34 years
477 (16.7%)
35-44 years
333 (11.7%)
45-54 years
286 (10.0%)
55-64 years
271 (9.5%)
65-74 years
174 (6.1%)
75-84 years
87 (3.0%)
85+ years
30 (1.1%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train lines serve Old Guildford? +

Old Guildford is within walking distance of Guildford Station, which is served by the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line and the T5 Cumberland Line, connecting to Central Station in about 45 minutes.

What is the population of Old Guildford? +

Old Guildford has a population of approximately 2,857 residents according to the 2021 Census, with a median age of 29.

What is the median rent in Old Guildford? +

The median weekly rent in Old Guildford is approximately $420, according to 2021 Census data.

Is Old Guildford family-friendly? +

Yes, Old Guildford has a strong family-oriented community with a large proportion of households with children, and is close to several primary and secondary schools in the Guildford and Merrylands area.