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Fairfield Heights

NSW 2165LGA: Fairfield City

Investment Score

75

/100

AI Intelligence Summary

Fairfield Heights is a culturally diverse suburb in Sydney's south-west, located 25km from the CBD within the Fairfield City Council area. The suburb is home to significant Vietnamese, Assyrian, and Arabic communities, creating a vibrant multicultural environment. With a mix of medium-density housing including townhouses, villas, and apartment complexes, it offers relative affordability compared to Greater Sydney averages, making it particularly attractive to first home buyers and young families. The area benefits from strong community infrastructure including Fairfield Heights Public School, proximity to Fairfield CBD and Neeta City Shopping Centre, plus access to recreational facilities like Fairfield Park and Fairfield Showground. Transport connectivity is well-established through bus services to Fairfield Station and Liverpool, with major road access via The Horsley Drive and proximity to M7 and M5 motorways. The suburb has experienced steady population growth and strong property value appreciation, with properties typically selling faster than the Sydney metropolitan average. Future development prospects are enhanced by its position in the Western Sydney growth corridor and planned infrastructure improvements linked to Western Sydney Airport development.

Strengths

  • Strong cultural diversity with established multicultural communities
  • Relative affordability compared to Greater Sydney averages
  • Excellent transport connectivity to major employment centres
  • Strong property value growth and faster sales than Sydney average

Opportunities

  • Western Sydney Airport development driving infrastructure investment
  • Continued population growth in south-west Sydney corridor
  • Government investment in Western Sydney infrastructure
  • Growing recognition of multicultural food and retail offerings

Considerations

  • Higher population density creating potential congestion issues
  • Limited direct rail connectivity requiring bus transfers
  • Perception challenges associated with outer south-west location
  • Competition from other affordable growth areas

Property Market

Median House

$850K

+8.5% 1yr

Median Unit

$580K

+7.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$720K

Rent (House)

$680/wk

Rent (Unit)

$570/wk

Days on Market

28

Vacancy Rate

1.8%

Auction Clearance

72.0%

Price Growth

Type1 Year3 Year5 Year
House+8.5%+24.2%+42.8%
Unit+7.8%+22.5%+38.6%

Rental Yields

House Yield

4.2%

Unit Yield

5.1%

Townhouse Yield

4.6%

Investment Scorecard

Overall Investment Score75/100
Growth Potential78/100
Cashflow Score72/100
Risk Score (lower = safer)65/100
Affordability Index68/100

Demand/Supply Ratio: 1.40

Demand exceeds supply — favourable for sellers

Tax & Financial Intelligence

CPA-grade analysis for Fairfield Heights at median house price

Standard transfer
$32,780
First Home Buyer
$8,195

Save $24,585

Foreign buyer surcharge
$68,000

+8% surcharge

Annual rent income
$35,360

$680/wk

Interest (80% LVR @ 6.5%)
-$44,200
Other expenses (~2.5%)
-$21,250
Net rental position
-$30,090

Negatively geared

Tax benefit (39% MTR)
+$11,735

Reduces taxable income

After-tax holding cost
$18,355/yr

~$353/week

Based on 8.6% p.a. growth (from 5-year trend), 50% CGT discount, 39% MTR

5-Year Hold

Est. value
$1.28M
Capital gain
$394,616
After discount
$197,308
CGT payable
$76,950

10-Year Hold

Est. value
$1.93M
Capital gain
$1.05M
After discount
$522,730
CGT payable
$203,865

Investor Quick Summary

Entry cost (stamp duty)

$32,780

After-tax yield

2.56%

Weekly holding cost

$353/wk

10yr CGT (est.)

$203,865

Estimates based on FY2025 NSW rates at median house price. Assumes 80% LVR, 6.5% interest rate, 39% marginal tax rate ($135K-$190K bracket). Individual circumstances vary. This is general information only and not personal financial advice. Consult your CPA before making investment decisions. Local Knowledge Pty Ltd — Registered Tax Agent.

Demographics

Population

8,500

Median Age

33

Median Income

$68K

per annum

Family Households

68.0%

Professionals

32.0%

University Educated

28.0%

Unemployment

6.2%

Born Overseas

52.0%

Dwelling Mix

Houses: 45%Units: 35%Townhouses: 20%Total: 3,200

Lifestyle & Community

Walkability65/100
Public Transport6/10
Schools Rating6/10
Safety6/10
Family Friendly8/10
Cafes & Restaurants

35

Parks

8

Hospitals

2

Distance to CBD

25.0 km

Nearest Station: Fairfield Station

Family-oriented lifestyle with access to cultural community centres, diverse dining options, recreational parks, and strong community networks supporting various cultural backgrounds.

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Data sourced from multiple sources. Last updated 26 March 2026.

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