Smithfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Smithfield, NSW 2164.
About Smithfield
Welcome to Smithfield
Smithfield sits in Sydney's west, part of the Fairfield local government area and around 33 kilometres from the CBD. It's a suburb built around industry and family life in equal measure, with light-industrial estates and the Cumberland Highway corridor sitting alongside quiet residential streets of established homes.
With a population of 13,160 and a median age of 38, Smithfield attracts a mix of long-time locals, growing families and buyers priced out of areas closer to the harbour but wanting solid, established housing stock. It suits those who want space, a strong sense of community and easy access to Western Sydney's job and retail hubs, rather than those chasing a café strip or waterfront views.
Lifestyle & dining
Smithfield's day-to-day life revolves around practicality rather than trend-chasing. The suburb's proximity to Wetherill Park and its large retail and dining precincts means residents don't have to travel far for a broad spread of cuisines, from Vietnamese and Assyrian eateries to family-run Italian and Lebanese restaurants that reflect the cultural diversity of Sydney's west. Smithfield itself has a working, industrial character in parts, but its residential pockets are calm and family-oriented, with backyard barbecues and local sporting clubs forming much of the social fabric.
Neighbouring Fairfield West and Prairiewood add further options for casual dining and everyday amenities, and the area's food culture generally leans toward hearty, good-value meals rather than fine dining, which suits the practical, family-first character of the suburb.
Shopping
For major shopping, Smithfield residents lean heavily on nearby Wetherill Park, home to one of Western Sydney's largest bulky goods and homemaker precincts as well as supermarkets and everyday retail. Stockland Wetherill Park and the surrounding big-box stores cover most household needs, while smaller strip shops within Smithfield and neighbouring Fairfield Heights handle day-to-day grocery runs and services.
The suburb's industrial zoning also means trade and wholesale outlets are close at hand, a point of convenience for tradespeople and renovators who make up a good share of the local buyer pool.
Getting around
Smithfield is well served by road, with the Cumberland Highway running through the suburb and connecting drivers to the M4 Motorway and broader Western Sydney road network. This makes it a practical base for those working across the region's industrial and logistics sectors, or commuting to Parramatta and beyond by car.
Public transport is bus-based within the suburb itself, linking residents to train stations in surrounding areas such as Fairfield and Cabramatta, from where regular services run into the Sydney CBD. It's a suburb better suited to car owners, though bus routes provide reasonable connectivity for those without one.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Smithfield Public School and St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School both serving the suburb's younger residents, alongside Aspect Western Sydney School, which supports students with autism. The presence of multiple schooling options within a small radius is a drawcard for families looking to put down roots without a long school run each morning.
With a median age of 38 and a strong share of established housing, Smithfield tends to attract multi-generational families and those upgrading from units to houses, drawn by the space and relative affordability compared with suburbs closer to the city.
The property market
Smithfield's median house price currently sits at $1.23 million, following growth of 10.2% recently, a sign of sustained demand for houses in this part of the Fairfield LGA. Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up 84% of stock, with townhouses accounting for the remaining 16%, giving buyers a fairly traditional detached-housing market to choose from.
Renters can expect to pay a median of $690 per week, reflecting solid demand from those wanting proximity to Western Sydney's industrial and retail job centres without the price tag of suburbs nearer the CBD. Compared with neighbours like Wakeley and Fairfield Heights, Smithfield's mix of larger blocks and highway access continues to underpin its appeal to both owner-occupiers and investors.
Market snapshot
Smithfield property market
Median sale price
$1.23m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$690
per week
Gross rental yield
2.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$889k
Median
$1.23m
Premium
$1.78m
Days on market
36
Auction clearance
73%
Sold this year
79
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +8.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Smithfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Smithfield, NSW 2164.
Population
13,160
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$1,300
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
38%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Smithfield
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Aspect Western Sydney School, Smithfield
Recent results
Recently sold in Smithfield
$1.82m
77 Eton Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.18m
3 Slender Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.13m
17 Alexander Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.87m
64 Jane Street
Sold ~July 2026
$960k
139 Gumtree Way
Sold ~June 2026
$940k
3/44 Eton Street
Sold ~June 2026
$620k
35 Eyre Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.30m
7 Vineyard Avenue
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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Properties & amenities in Smithfield
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Common questions
Smithfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Smithfield?
The median house price in Smithfield, NSW is $1.23m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 10.2%.
How much is rent in Smithfield?
The median weekly rent in Smithfield is around $690 per week.
Is Smithfield a good place to live?
Smithfield is a suburb of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Smithfield is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 13,160 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Smithfield?
Smithfield has a population of 13,160 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Smithfield?
There are 3 schools in or near Smithfield, including Aspect Western Sydney School, Smithfield, Smithfield Public School and St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Smithfield?
Properties in Smithfield take around 36 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 73%.
How much do you need to buy in Smithfield?
Entry-level properties in Smithfield start around $889k, while premium homes reach $1.78m.
What suburbs are near Smithfield?
Suburbs near Smithfield include Fairfield West, Prairiewood, Wetherill Park, Wakeley and Fairfield Heights.
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