Villawood
Villawood, situated within the postcode 2163, is a growing western suburb of Sydney, 25 kilometres west of the Sydney Central Business District (CBD), and is part of both the City of Canterbury-Bankstown Council and Fairfield City Council.
Was once nicknamed ‘The Bronx’, the suburb of Villawood is undergoing a massive transformation of new apartment developments, retail and major infrastructure upgrades. The majority of homes are typical suburban houses, with medium density housing near business hubs.
Large industrial sites, such as the development of Western Sydney Airport, have been drawn to the area by land availability, providing more work opportunities and attracting new residents due to its low property prices. Transport to the CBD is a short 40-minute drive or just under an hour by train, but many residents are choosing to work locally and skip the city entirely.
THE BEST OF VILLAWOOD
Located in Western Sydney, just 8km south of Parramatta CBD and 6km from Cabramatta CBD, Villawood lies within easy reach, presenting a relaxed village living and everyday convenience.
It is a peaceful suburb that is close to everything. A 10-15 minute trip to Bankstown or a 20 minute drive down Woodville Road to Parramatta, Sydney’s second CBD, will bring you to a massive shopping district.
Villawood is a multicultural neighbourhood with a diverse population, primarily Vietnamese, Lebanese and Australian. The early residents’ children and grandchildren are moving in, prioritising proximity to family over more prestigious locales.
The main residents include independent youths, older and established couples, and families in their mid-thirties make up the majority of the residents
Villawood is a peaceful and friendly, fast growing suburb in Western Sydney and new projects are helping to shape urban transformation in the town centre.
For the price, it offers an unbeatable location. Prepare yourself for a day of shopping and delicious eateries at a low price! Small but complete, you can easily locate fresh poultry at the local butcher (where the butcher knows you by name), value fruits and vegetables from the market and your all-time favourites ALDI, Bunnings and Officeworks are just down the street!
Key Stats
REGION
Western Sydney
POPULATION
4,419
TIME TO CBD
40 min drive
NEAREST TRAIN STATION
Villawood
MEDIAN PROPERTY PRICE
House: $852,000
Unit: $580,000
MEDIAN RENTAL PRICE
House: $495 PW
Unit: $450 PW
Location
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STATISTICS
Villawood is bounded by Miowera Road, Gurney Road and First Walk in the north, Miller Road in the east, the Hume Highway in the south, and Woodville Road in the west. The suburb is bound by arterial roads including the Hume Highway that links the area to major western Sydney destinations such as Liverpool, Bankstown and Parramatta.
Villawood is also situated midway between the Sydney CBD and the future Western Sydney Airport (Badgerys Creek), as well less than five kilometres away from a future Sydney Metro station in Bankstown, which will offer fast access to Sydenham and the CBD.
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LGA: City of Canterbury Bankstown and Fairfield City.
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Boundaries - Key Landmarks:
- Thurina Park
- Goondah Reserve Skate Park
Connectivity
To Cabramatta
To Paramatta
To Sydney Olympic Park
To Western Sydney Parklands
To CBD
To Sydney Airport
People
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Lifestyle
Villawood communities are purposefully and innovatively designed to connect neighbours and build lasting social relationships. Wetlands, parks, ovals, skateboard parks, playgrounds, schools and grand gesture public art are all combined to create extraordinary and highly desirable places to live.
Amenities
Schools / Education
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Villawood East Public School
Carramar Public School
Villawood North Public School
Patrician Brothers’ College, Fairfield
Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School
Chester Hill High School
Islah College
Western Sydney University Parramatta Campus
Healthcare
Hospital
Bankstown-Lidcombe hospital
Liverpool Hospital (state’s largest hospital – less than 6km away)
Retail Precincts
Minutes away from Parramatta CBD and Cabramatta, there are plenty of fun activities that the suburb of Villawood has to offer.
The suburb is also known for its wide-open spaces as well as sports and recreational activity centres. The Woods Action Centre is a large hub that provides activities for children and adults alike, including indoor rock climbing and bowling. The Wran Leisure Centre, tennis courts and nearby Woodville Golf Course also offer sporting and leisure options.
- Sydney Indoor Climbing Gym: Challenge yourself and conquer fears at Australia’s biggest indoor climbing walls. Combine cardio and strength with something new and different.
- Extreme Go Karting Sydney: Experience an exhilarating taste of Go-Karting at Extreme Go Karting Sydney. Catering to drivers of all abilities, this centre features three tracks for beginners to advanced racers.
- Flip Out Villawood: With a Flip Out Ninja Warrior course, Parkour Arena, and multi-story soft play for the little ones, there is something to do for the whole family.
- Zone Bowling: Experience a wide range of fun for your family with Zone Bowling; with activities such as bowling, laser, and a gaming arcade! Perfect for birthday parties and group events alike, there’s something for everyone.
- Villawood Hotel: A local favourite, Villawood Hotel welcomes locals and visitors alike – providing the perfect atmosphere for sporting events and unwinding with family and friends.
- Chipmunks Playland and Cafe: Ultimate place for kids to play, interact and learn! With dedicated age zones, your little ones have the perfect place to have fun for hours.
Savour in a variety of ethnic cuisines, such as Vietnamese and Lebanese, with plenty of local Cafes and Restaurants to try. Families can enjoy all-day breakfast and brunch at The Woods Pantry, and experience specialty coffee, fine fresh quality meals and mouth-watering desserts.
- The Woods Pantry: Enjoy all-day breakfast and brunch and experience specialty coffee, fine fresh quality meals and mouth-watering desserts
- Lebanese Village Bakery: Traditional Lebanese bakery with one of the best Lebanese pizzas. Quick service and friendly staff.
- QUAN HUONG: Vietnamese restaurant. Cosy location and authentic food that are reasonably priced.
- Afandina Restaurant: A little hidden gem just off Woodville road. Afanfina serves traditional Middle-Eastern food, a great place where you can kick back and relax after having had a good meal.
Villawood is a great place for families where playgrounds, sports fields and natural bush settings are all close at hand. Georges River, Floyd Bay and Chipping Norton Lake are less than two kilometres south of Villawood, where walking tracks, cycleways, barbeque facilities, picnic areas and even water skiing is permitted.
At 3200 sqm, Koonoona Park is the biggest neighbourhood park in the Villawood area, with a massive playground for children and picnic seating for families.
Park Life
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● Thurina Park: Watch teams play Cricket, Baseball, and Soccer, or visit yourself for jogging or personal training. ● Koonoona Park: Playground in the style of the Ninja Warrior. Fairfield City Council spent $3 million to purchase six residential blocks and turn them into one large park for local families. At the corner of Koonoona and Karella avenues, residents of Villawood and Carramar may now enjoy a new multi-million dollar park. ● Mirambeena Regional Park: a strip of recreational parks and nature reserves bordered by the Georges River to the west and Henry Lawson Drive to the east. ● Fairfield Adventure Park: Located around 7 min drive from Villawood – A good spot for kids with the biggest playground slide in Western Sydney. |
Bay life
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● Tharawal Bay: ideal for fishing and picnic and a stunning lakeside walk ● Floyd Bay: Water sports include sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and fishing or you can have a picnic in one of the parks around the lakes. ● Georges River: provide magnificent waterways with islands, bird reserves, parks and cycleways along the shores. ● Cunningham Beach: Situated close to Floyd Bay, nice place to enjoy serenity and water view ● Chipping Norton Lake: Providing cycleways, BBQ facilities, picnic areas, playground equipment, boat ramps, sporting fields and the Georges River Environmental Education Centre |
Infrastructure: Villawood is undergoing a massive transformation, with a $326 million state government investment and a 3200 square metres landscaped park.
Kamira Court
The project to turn a long-vacant site on Kamira Court in Villawood into a dynamic new mixed-housing community is moving forward. Existing plots are being redeveloped into well-designed residences near shops, schools, and critical facilities such as the nearby Villawood train station.
Urban Framework Plan
The New Town Centre comprises two precincts – Business Precinct & Retail Precinct. New community amenities, medium to high density, social, affordable, and private housing, active and safe streets, and enhanced connectivity throughout the Town Centre are all part of the Villawood redevelopment plan.
Transport & Connectivity: Improved facilities as part of Villawood Town Centre Redevelopment including the railway line, bus services and car park facilities.
- T3 Bankstown, including stations in Fairfield City such as Cabramatta, Carramar, and Villawood, provides services to the City Circle through Bankstown as well as services to Liverpool or Lidcombe.
- Villawood is situated midway between the Sydney CBD and the future Western Sydney Airport (Badgerys Creek), as well less than five kilometres away from the future Sydney Metro station in Bankstown, which will offer fast access to Sydenham and the CBD.
Government Upgrades: Four major rezoning projects have been approved by the NSW Government to generate 1,000 local jobs during construction, delivering 2000 new homes and injecting $500 million into the economy.
Population: By 2016 the population was 6,021, showing a population growth of 13.5% in the area during that time.
By 2041, the population of Fairfield City is expected to grow by roughly 58,900 people. The suburbs closest to centres, services, facilities, and heavy rail, such as Fairfield, Cabramatta, and Villawood in Fairfield City’s east, are predicted to have the most population increase.
Suburb Market Report
MEDIAN
House: $852,000
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MEDIAN RENTAL PRICE
House: $495 PW
Unit: $450 PW
MEDIAN RENTAL YIELD
House: 3.31%
Unit: 3.68%
VACANCY RATE
1.4%
ANNUAL GROWTH RATE
9.55%
NUMBER OF PROPERTIES LISTED
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