Bidwill
Few Western Sydney suburbs combine a median house price of $785,000 with household income sitting at just the 7.4th percentile nationally, yet Bidwill does, and that gap shapes everything. All four SEIFA indexes rank at decile 1, the lowest advantage tier in Australia, while 75.2% of residents rent rather than own. The median age is 30, fully 10 years below national, and 26.2% of the 4,202 residents were born overseas, compared to 21.6% nationally. Unemployment runs at 17.1%, more than three times the national average, and only 28.3% of residents participate in the labour force, a pattern that reflects a large share of working-age adults outside paid employment.
Population
4,202
Median Age
30.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$899/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
11
Median House
$785K
2024-2025 (PSI derived)
The median house price of $785,000 sits in the lower range for Western Sydney, rising 7.6% from $748,250 in 2024 to $805,000 in 2025. Separate houses make up 66.4% of stock and semi-detached dwellings 31.6%, with apartments at just 2.1%, so buyers have a predominantly land-based market to work with. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 76.3% of stock, with 4-plus bedroom homes adding 16.1%. For those financing at the median price, monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733, but the mortgage-to-income ratio reaches 44.5%, well above the 30% stress threshold and a direct consequence of incomes being in the bottom decile nationally. Only 9.9% of households own outright, compared to roughly 30% nationally, and 14.9% hold a mortgage, leaving the vast majority as renters.
For Buyers
The median house price of $785,000 sits in the lower range for Western Sydney, rising 7.6% from $748,250 in 2024 to $805,000 in 2025. Separate houses make up 66.4% of stock and semi-detached dwellings 31.6%, with apartments at just 2.1%, so buyers have a predominantly land-based market to work with. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 76.3% of stock, with 4-plus bedroom homes adding 16.1%. For those financing at the median price, monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733, but the mortgage-to-income ratio reaches 44.5%, well above the 30% stress threshold and a direct consequence of incomes being in the bottom decile nationally. Only 9.9% of households own outright, compared to roughly 30% nationally, and 14.9% hold a mortgage, leaving the vast majority as renters.
For Investors
Bidwill is one of the highest-renting suburbs in Western Sydney, with 75.2% of households renting compared to around 31% nationally. Weekly rent is $200, low in absolute terms, and the vacancy rate sits at 4.8%, above the 3% threshold that typically signals balanced demand. Against the $785,000 median, that rent implies a gross yield near 1.3%, similar to much more expensive inner-city markets. Development activity is modest at 11 applications in the past 12 months, mostly secondary dwellings and dual occupancies rather than large-scale supply. Price growth of 7.6% over the past year is a positive signal, but the high unemployment of 17.1% and low household income at the 7.4th percentile nationally mean tenant affordability is a constraint on rent growth. The renter-majority character provides tenant volume, though yield-focused investors should weigh the low absolute rents against purchase price carefully.
Development Activity
Total DAs
33
Last 12 Months
11
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+266.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Bidwill iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Chifley College Bidwill Campus
7-12 · 720 students
Bidwill Public School
P-6 · 410 students
Demographics
The median age of 30 sits 10 years below the national figure, making Bidwill one of the younger suburbs in Greater Sydney. English ancestry leads at 995 residents, followed by Samoan at 304, which also appears as the most common non-English language with 89 speakers, followed by Arabic at 61 and Urdu at 19. Overseas-born residents account for 26.2% of the population, 4.6 points above national. University qualifications reach just 12.3%, which is 17.8 points below the national rate, reflecting the low-income, blue-collar character of the area. Average household size is 2.8, slightly above national, and couples with children make up the largest household type at 943 families. Residential mobility is low, with 84.3% of residents having stayed in the same address in the prior year, suggesting stable tenure despite the high rental rate.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
66.4%
Houses
31.6%
Townhouse
2.1%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure here is almost entirely rental: 75.2% of households rent, 14.9% hold a mortgage, and only 9.9% own outright, all well outside national norms. The stock leans toward separate houses at 66.4%, with semi-detached homes accounting for 31.6% and apartments a negligible 2.1%. Three-bedroom dwellings dominate at 76.3%, consistent with the family-oriented demographic. Prices rose from $748,250 in 2024 to $805,000 in 2025, a 7.6% one-year gain, and monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733. The mortgage-to-income ratio of 44.5% places buyers in stress territory, though only 14.9% of households are in that position. Vacancy runs at 4.8%, above the 3% equilibrium level, suggesting some slack in the rental market despite demand from the 75.2% renter base.
Median House Price Trend
Source: State Valuer-General
Mortgage / mo
$1,733
Rent / wk
$200
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$451
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.8%
Unoccupied
64
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
44.5% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
11.8%
Couples, no children
3,182
Total families
Economy & Employment
The local economy is concentrated in lower-wage, labour-intensive sectors. Healthcare leads at 20.7% of employed residents, followed by Construction and Retail at 11.5% and 11.2% respectively, and Education at 11.2%. By occupation, Machinery and Drivers are the most common at 178 workers, followed by Labourers at 164 and Community and Personal Services at 133. These patterns align with the SEIFA picture: all four indexes sit at decile 1, the most disadvantaged tier in Australia. Unemployment is 17.1%, more than triple the national rate, and the participation rate is just 28.3% compared to roughly 65% nationally, with 1,609 residents not in the labour force. Household income at the 7.4th percentile nationally and personal weekly income averaging $451 confirm that wage growth in this market depends heavily on broader Western Sydney employment trends.
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
63.2%
Part-time
19.7%
Participation
28.3%
Employed
720
Occupations
Top Industries
University
12.3%
Postgraduate
2.5%
Born Overseas
26.2%
Dwellings
1,267
Transport to Work
Transport use here is almost entirely car-dependent: 80.6% of residents drive, compared to around 60% nationally, and only 3.3% use public transport. Walking and cycling account for 1.2% of commutes. Crime statistics are not available for Bidwill in this dataset, and no schools are recorded within the suburb boundary, so families rely on institutions in nearby parts of the 2770 postcode. The IRSAD decile of 1 places Bidwill in the most disadvantaged 10% of suburbs nationally, and 11.2% of residents (403 people) require daily assistance with core activities, above the average rate. Rent-to-income sits at 22.2%, below the 30% stress threshold for renters, even though incomes are at the 7.4th percentile nationally, because absolute rents at $200 per week are among the lowest in Greater Sydney. Volunteering participation is 6.1%, and average household size of 2.8 is slightly above national.
Drive
80.6%
Public Transport
3.3%
Walk / Cycle
1.2%
Work from Home
N/A
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Bidwill compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bidwill a good suburb to live in?
Bidwill sits at decile 1 on all four SEIFA indexes, the most disadvantaged tier in Australia, and household income is at the 7.4th percentile nationally. Unemployment is 17.1%, well above national. For buyers who need affordability within Greater Sydney, the $785,000 median is relatively accessible, and weekly rent at $200 is among the lowest in the region.
What is the median house price in Bidwill?
The median house price is $785,000 as of 2024-2025 (PSI derived). Prices rose 7.6% from $748,250 in 2024 to $805,000 in 2025. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733, but the mortgage-to-income ratio reaches 44.5%, above the standard 30% stress level given local incomes.
What schools are in Bidwill?
No schools are recorded within the Bidwill suburb boundary in this dataset. Families rely on schools in surrounding parts of the 2770 postcode area. University qualifications among residents reach just 12.3%, which is 17.8 percentage points below the national rate of around 30%.
Is Bidwill safe?
Detailed crime statistics are not available for Bidwill in this dataset. As a context indicator, the suburb scores decile 1 on IRSD (relative disadvantage) nationally, and 11.2% of its 4,202 residents require daily assistance with core activities. Vacancy at 4.8% and unemployment at 17.1% reflect significant socioeconomic pressure in the area.
Is Bidwill good for property investment?
Bidwill has 75.2% of households renting, well above the national average, providing a large tenant pool. Weekly rent is $200 and the median house price is $785,000, implying a gross yield near 1.3%. The vacancy rate of 4.8% is above the 3% equilibrium. Price growth was 7.6% over the past year, but low household incomes at the 7.4th percentile nationally limit rent growth upside.
How is Bidwill's population changing?
Bidwill's population is 4,202 with a young median age of 30, which is 10 years below the national figure. Residential stability is high, with 84.3% of residents staying in the same address year-to-year. The suburb's identity signals point to a young, renter-majority base with family-oriented households, consistent with ongoing demand from outer-suburban affordability seekers.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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