Wakeley
NSW 2176 • Greater Sydney
About Wakeley
Wakeley is a compact residential suburb within the City of Fairfield in Sydney's south-western corridor, approximately 30 kilometres from the CBD. With a population of around 4,893 and a median age of 41, the suburb is one of western Sydney's most culturally diverse communities — over half of all residents were born overseas, with large Vietnamese, Iraqi, Cambodian, and Croatian communities contributing to a richly multicultural character. Average household sizes are notably large at 3.2 persons, reflecting the area's strong family-oriented demographics.
Wakeley offers a quiet, predominantly residential environment with local parks, schools, and easy access to the commercial and dining precincts of nearby Fairfield and Cabramatta — Sydney's renowned hub for Vietnamese cuisine and culture. The suburb is served by public transport connections and is close to the Hume Highway, providing access to employment centres across western Sydney. Its relative affordability and strong community networks make it a popular destination for migrant families establishing roots in Sydney.
Wakeley falls under postcode 2176 and is governed by Fairfield Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.
Location
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 Wakeley by offence type, year and trend.
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Housing 2021 Census
28 state housing + 3 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 782
- 2. Vietnam 683
- 3. Cambodia 207
- 4. Croatia 78
- 5. Chile 64
- 6. North Macedonia 54
- 7. Philippines 52
- 8. China 50
- 9. New Zealand 46
- 10. Iran 44
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)