Glenfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Glenfield, NSW 2167.
About Glenfield
Welcome to Glenfield
Glenfield sits in Sydney's south-west, roughly 35 kilometres from the CBD, where the suburban sprawl of the Liverpool local government area meets pockets of newer land release estates. Bordered by Casula, Prestons, Macquarie Links, Edmondson Park and Macquarie Fields, it's a suburb that has quietly transformed over the past decade from a modest, semi-rural pocket into a growing residential area with a mix of established homes and fresh housing estates.
With a population of 10,536 and a median age of 36, Glenfield tends to attract young families and first-home buyers drawn by its relative affordability compared with suburbs closer to the city, along with its rail access and proximity to the Macquarie Links golf course and the broader south-west growth corridor. It suits buyers who want space to grow into, without giving up a direct train line to Sydney's centre.
Housing & architecture
The current mix of listings in Glenfield tells the story of a suburb in transition: land sales make up 52% of listings, reflecting ongoing release of new residential lots, while established houses account for 27%. Townhouses (19%) and apartments or units (just 2%) round out the market, pointing to a suburb still dominated by detached and semi-detached living rather than higher-density development.
Buyers can expect everything from older brick-veneer homes on generous blocks near the town centre to brand-new builds in estates bordering Edmondson Park and Prestons. The prevalence of land listings makes Glenfield a genuine option for those wanting to design and build rather than buy established, a rarer proposition in much of suburban Sydney.
The property market
Glenfield's median house price currently sits at $973,000, having grown 8.7% recently — a solid pace that reflects the broader momentum in Sydney's south-west growth corridor as infrastructure and rail links continue to draw buyers outward from the inner suburbs. For renters, the median asking rent is $700 a week, putting it in line with other well-connected suburbs along the South West Rail Link.
Compared with neighbouring Macquarie Links and Edmondson Park, which trend toward the premium end with golf-course frontages and master-planned estates, Glenfield remains one of the more accessible entry points into the area, particularly for buyers chasing land or a first house rather than an apartment.
Getting around
Glenfield railway station is the suburb's standout asset, sitting on both the South Western and Airport & South Lines, giving residents a direct run into the CBD without needing to change at Liverpool. It's also served by T5 line services via the South West Rail Link extension, connecting through to Leppington and beyond, which has helped fuel demand from commuters who work in the city but want more space at home.
Road access is straightforward too, with the Hume Highway and M5 Motorway both within easy reach, linking Glenfield to Liverpool, Campbelltown and the greater Sydney motorway network. It's a suburb built around convenience for drivers and train commuters alike, rather than one geared toward walkability to a central strip.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Glenfield Public School and Glenwood Public School serving the primary years, while Ajuga School and Glenfield Park School provide additional options, including support-focused schooling. The presence of multiple schools within a small radius is part of what makes the suburb appealing to young families weighing up affordability against access to education.
Secondary and further schooling options are readily available in neighbouring Macquarie Fields and Casula, meaning families aren't limited to Glenfield alone as their children grow older.
Parks & recreation
Glenfield's semi-rural fringes and proximity to the Georges River give it a slightly greener feel than some of the more built-up suburbs closer to Liverpool. The Macquarie Links Golf & Country Club on its border adds an element of leisure and open space that's uncommon in fast-growing outer suburbs, while informal reserves and walking tracks along the river corridor offer a break from the newer estates.
For bigger-ticket recreation, Casula and Liverpool are both close by, bringing swimming centres, sporting fields and retail-anchored leisure precincts within a short drive.
Market snapshot
Glenfield property market
Median sale price
$973k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
3.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$819k
Median
$973k
Premium
$1.46m
Days on market
14
Auction clearance
50%
Sold this year
60
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +6.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Glenfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Glenfield, NSW 2167.
Population
10,536
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$2,070
median, per week
Median rent
$420
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Glenfield
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Glenfield
$1.26m
2 Chelsea Place
Sold ~July 2026
$611k
19/6 Jacquinot Place
Sold ~July 2026
$700k
2/212-222 Harrow Road
Sold ~July 2026
$980k
13 Tellicherry Road
Sold ~July 2026
$920k
2 Northampton Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$710k
19/212-222 Harrow Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.03m
18/66 Fawcett Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
96 Canterbury Road
Sold ~June 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
Glenfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Glenfield?
The median house price in Glenfield, NSW is $973k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 8.7%.
How much is rent in Glenfield?
The median weekly rent in Glenfield is around $700 per week.
Is Glenfield a good place to live?
Glenfield is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Glenfield is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 10,536 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Glenfield?
Glenfield has a population of 10,536 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in Glenfield?
There are 4 schools in or near Glenfield, including Ajuga School, Glenfield Park School and Glenfield Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Glenfield?
Properties in Glenfield take around 14 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 50%.
How much do you need to buy in Glenfield?
Entry-level properties in Glenfield start around $819k, while premium homes reach $1.46m.
What suburbs are near Glenfield?
Suburbs near Glenfield include Casula, Prestons, Macquarie Links, Edmondson Park and Macquarie Fields.
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