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Potts Hill

NSW 2143 • Greater Sydney

1,454
Population (2021)
$46,436
Median Income
1.13 km²
Area
$500/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalSuburbanCommuter BeltMid-Range

About Potts Hill

Potts Hill is a small, densely settled suburb in Sydney's western suburbs, located approximately 17 kilometres west of the CBD within the Canterbury-Bankstown Council area. With a population of 1,454 across just 1.1 square kilometres, the suburb is one of western Sydney's most culturally diverse localities, with significant Chinese, Vietnamese, Lebanese, and Korean communities. The median household income of around $2,223 per week reflects a working and lower-middle-class demographic character, while the median age of 31 indicates a young, energetic population.

Residents of Potts Hill are well-served by nearby train stations, with Berala and Regents Park stations on Sydney's T2 and T3 lines offering direct access to the CBD and inner west. Busy arterial roads connect the suburb to Bankstown and Parramatta, with local shops and services concentrated in adjacent centres. The Potts Hill Reservoir — a major water catchment facility managed by Sydney Water — occupies a significant portion of the suburb's land, creating an unusual open-space buffer within this otherwise built-up residential area.

Potts Hill falls under postcode 2143 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Auburn electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2143
Urban Area
Bankstown - North-West
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Blaxland
State Electorate
Auburn
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 151.03°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.13 km²
Elevation
59m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Berala
0.8 km
10 min
Regents Park
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • Route 906, 909 — Bankstown / Lidcombe / Parramatta 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
35-40 min to Central via T3 Bankstown Line from Berala
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Berala station within walking distance; M4 motorway nearby for car commuters

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local streets are walkable for day-to-day errands near Berala village, but most larger shopping trips require a car or short bus ride

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Potts Hill, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Potts Hill Reservoirs 1 & 2 and Site
Cooper Road, Potts Hill • SHR #01333
Pressure Tunnel and Shafts
Potts Hill • SHR #01630

🔍 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 Potts Hill by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Potts Hill Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
31 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.4%

12 state housing + 20 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
893
Census 2021
1,454
▲ 62.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,820
Income 2021
$46,436
▲ 13.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 666
Born Overseas 710

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 98
  • 2. South Korea 94
  • 3. China 78
  • 4. Lebanon 38
  • 5. Pakistan 36
  • 6. India 35
  • 7. Indonesia 23
  • 8. Bangladesh 22
  • 9. Fiji 21
  • 10. Philippines 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 251
Vietnamese 160
Lebanese 142
Australian 133
Korean 111
English 89
Indian 68
Filipino 46
Italian 27
Macedonian 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

124
Both parents born in Australia
1,091
Both parents born overseas
138
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Islam
35.5%
Christianity
29.0%
No Religion
16.6%
Buddhism
7.4%
Hinduism
3.1%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
142 (9.8%)
5-14 years
201 (13.8%)
15-19 years
86 (5.9%)
20-24 years
111 (7.6%)
25-34 years
299 (20.6%)
35-44 years
254 (17.5%)
45-54 years
149 (10.2%)
55-64 years
116 (8.0%)
65-74 years
75 (5.2%)
75-84 years
19 (1.3%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Potts Hill known for? +

Potts Hill is known for its highly multicultural character, with significant Chinese, Vietnamese, Lebanese, and Korean communities, as well as the Potts Hill Reservoir — a major Sydney Water catchment facility that occupies a substantial portion of the suburb.

How far is Potts Hill from Sydney CBD? +

Potts Hill is approximately 17 kilometres west of Sydney's CBD, around a 35-40 minute train journey from nearby Berala station on the T3 Bankstown Line.

Does Potts Hill have public transport? +

Yes. Berala train station (T3 Bankstown Line) is within walking distance at around 0.8km, and Regents Park station (T2 line) is approximately 1.2km away. Bus services also connect the suburb to Bankstown and Parramatta.

What is the population of Potts Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Potts Hill has a population of approximately 1,454 residents. The suburb has a young demographic with a median age of 31 and high proportion of overseas-born residents.

Is Potts Hill a good place to live? +

Potts Hill suits those seeking an affordable, centrally located western Sydney address with excellent train connectivity. Its rich cultural diversity makes it vibrant, though the suburb is primarily residential with most amenities in neighbouring Berala and Regents Park.

What is the postcode for Potts Hill? +

The postcode for Potts Hill is 2143.