Fairfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Fairfield, NSW 2165.
About Fairfield
Welcome to Fairfield
Fairfield sits in Sydney's south-western suburbs, roughly 30 kilometres from the CBD, anchored by the Fairfield railway station and a busy commercial strip that has long served as a hub for the surrounding area. It's a suburb with a strong multicultural identity, visible in its grocers, restaurants and community organisations, and a settled, established feel rather than a fast-changing one.
With a population of 18,596 and a median age of 40, Fairfield tends to suit families, longer-term residents and buyers looking for value within reach of Parramatta and the city. It borders Fairfield Heights, Carramar, Yennora, Fairfield East and Canley Vale, giving it a well-connected position within this pocket of the south-west.
Lifestyle & dining
Fairfield's town centre is the drawcard for many locals, with a shopping and dining strip that reflects the suburb's diverse population. Vietnamese, Cambodian, Assyrian and Italian influences all show up on the menus and shopfronts around the station precinct, making it a genuinely interesting place to eat without needing to travel into the city. The pace here is practical and community-oriented rather than trend-driven, with bakeries, grocers and family-run restaurants doing steady trade throughout the week.
Shopping
The Fairfield CBD, centred on the Court Road and Nelson Street area near the station, functions as the suburb's retail heart, offering everyday shopping, fresh food markets and a mix of independent traders alongside bigger chain outlets. It's the kind of strip where residents can do a full grocery run, grab a coffee and handle errands in one visit, and it draws shoppers from neighbouring Fairfield Heights, Canley Vale and Yennora as well.
Getting around
Fairfield railway station, on the T2 Leppington/Inner West & Leppington Line, gives residents a direct rail run toward Liverpool, Parramatta and the Sydney CBD, making the suburb a practical choice for commuters who want to avoid driving the whole way. Buses supplement the rail network for shorter trips to neighbouring suburbs, while the Hume Highway and Cumberland Highway corridors are within easy reach for those travelling by car.
Schools & families
Families in Fairfield have a good spread of options close to home, including Fairfield Public School, Fairfield Heights Public School and Fairvale Public School for primary years, plus Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School for a faith-based alternative. Fairfield High School serves the area for secondary education, and Indie School Fairfield offers an alternative learning setting, giving families a reasonable range of choices without needing to leave the local area.
The property market
Fairfield's property market has moved solidly over the past year, with house prices up 22.6% to a median of $1.20 million, a sizeable jump that reflects renewed buyer interest in this part of the south-west. Units and apartments remain the more accessible entry point at a median of $465,000, and with 65% of current listings made up of apartments and units against 30% houses, 4% townhouses and 1% land, the suburb offers a genuinely varied mix for different budgets. Median rent sits at $680 a week, underlining Fairfield's appeal to investors as well as owner-occupiers, particularly given its rail access and established amenity.
History
Fairfield developed as one of south-western Sydney's older suburban centres, growing up around its railway station and evolving over the decades into a significant landing point for successive waves of migration. That layered history is part of what gives the suburb its distinct character today, from its food culture to its community facilities, and it continues to shape Fairfield as a place that feels lived-in and genuinely local rather than manufactured.
Market snapshot
Fairfield property market
Median sale price
$1.20m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$680
per week
Gross rental yield
2.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$842k
Median
$1.20m
Premium
$1.88m
Days on market
33
Auction clearance
95%
Sold this year
48
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +9.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Fairfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Fairfield, NSW 2165.
Population
18,596
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$1,092
median, per week
Median rent
$365
per week
Median mortgage
$1,733
per month
Mortgage / income
37%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Fairfield
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Indie School Fairfield
Recent results
Recently sold in Fairfield
$440k
8/59 Harris Street
Sold ~July 2026
$510k
6/21-23 Nelson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.75m
38 Codrington Street
Sold ~July 2026
$570k
317/39-41 Nelson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.96m
25 Macquarie Street
Sold ~July 2026
$440k
11/91 Smart St
Sold ~July 2026
$465k
2/84 Sackville Street
Sold ~July 2026
$990k
51 Hemingway Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Fairfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Fairfield?
The median unit price in Fairfield, NSW is $465k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 8.1%.
How much is rent in Fairfield?
The median weekly rent in Fairfield is around $530 per week.
Is Fairfield a good place to live?
Fairfield is a suburb of Western Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Fairfield is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 18,596 and 8 schools in the area.
What is the population of Fairfield?
Fairfield has a population of 18,596 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Fairfield?
There are 8 schools in or near Fairfield, including Fairfield Heights Public School, Fairfield Public School and Fairvale Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Fairfield?
Properties in Fairfield take around 22 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Fairfield?
Entry-level properties in Fairfield start around $390k, while premium homes reach $591k.
What suburbs are near Fairfield?
Suburbs near Fairfield include Fairfield Heights, Carramar, Yennora, Fairfield East and Canley Vale.
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