LAKEMBA
LAKEMBA Property Overview
Local Schools (2)
Catholic (1)
Holy Spirit Catholic College
DetailsIndependent (1)
Rissalah College
DetailsLAKEMBA Neighbouring Suburbs
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About LAKEMBA
Lakemba is located in Southern Sydney, approximately 24.6km from CBD, about 51 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 17,092 with a density of 7817 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,400,000, below Sydney average; unit median $490,000, below Sydney average.
Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, Catholic school Holy Spirit Catholic College has 26; independent school Rissalah College has 3.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 4382 per 100,000, 0.66x the NSW average, a very safe area.
Demographics: Indian comprises 10.71%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (8.32%) and English (6.76%), Chinese comprises 4.85%, lower Chinese proportion.
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Lakemba has a house median of $1,400,000 and unit median of $490,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Lakemba has a crime rate of 4382 per 100,000, which is 0.66x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.
Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: Holy Spirit Catholic College, 2024 HSC results: 26 Distinguished Achievers. Independent schools: Rissalah College, 2024 HSC results: 3 Distinguished Achievers.
According to ABS 2021 Census, Lakemba has a population of 17,092, with Chinese comprising 4.90%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Indian (10.71%), Aust (8.32%), English (6.76%), Lebanese (6.44%), Chinese (4.85%).
Lakemba is approximately 24.6km from Sydney CBD, about 32 minutes by car or 51 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Outer ring suburb, moderate commute time.