Prairiewood
NSW 2176 • Greater Sydney
About Prairiewood
Prairiewood is a residential suburb in western Sydney, approximately 28 kilometres from the city centre within the Fairfield City Council area. With a population of 3,457 and a median age of 43, it is an established, compact neighbourhood of just over 2 square kilometres with a rich multicultural character — home to significant Italian, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Iraqi communities. The suburb features predominantly detached homes and some medium-density dwellings at price points that remain accessible relative to greater Sydney.
Prairiewood sits within easy reach of Fairfield's vibrant shopping and dining precinct, which serves the area's diverse communities with international grocers, restaurants, and a wide range of services. Public transport connections include nearby Fairfield Station on the T2 Inner West and Leppington Line, supplemented by bus routes linking to Wetherill Park and surrounding suburbs. The area is popular with families and established residents drawn by its affordability, multicultural community feel, and convenient access to western Sydney's services and employment hubs.
Prairiewood falls under postcode 2176 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Prospect electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 904, 906 — Fairfield Station / Wetherill Park 10-15 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Near M7 Motorway; Fairfield Station provides regular city services
Most errands require a car, though Fairfield's shopping precinct is accessible by bus or a short drive
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bossley Park High School ICSEA 9619823 1033 36-44 Prairie Vale Rd
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Bossley Park Public School ICSEA 9349610 6286 Marconi Rd
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Edensor Park Public School ICSEA 963Swan & Gwandalan Rds
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 Prairiewood by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Prairiewood Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Prairiewood" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
133 state housing + 11 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. Iraq 536
- 2. Vietnam 230
- 3. Italy 112
- 4. Croatia 79
- 5. Cambodia 72
- 6. Lebanon 48
- 7. China 45
- 8. Philippines 39
- 9. Chile 37
- 10. Iran 32
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)