LAKEMBA

Sydney South
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House Median
This suburb $1,400,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $490,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 4,382
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 4.9%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 17,092
Density 7,817.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney South
State New South Wales

LAKEMBA Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,400,000
House Sales Volume -
Unit Median $490,000
Unit Sales Volume 89 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $550/wk
3 Bed House $810/wk
2 Bed Unit $520/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

LAKEMBA Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Safe
Crime rate: 4,382 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.66x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

LAKEMBA 4,382/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

LAKEMBA has a crime rate below the NSW average, indicating generally good safety conditions. However, it's still advisable to maintain basic safety awareness and secure personal belongings.

LAKEMBA Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

17,092
Total Population
7,817
people/km² density
4.9%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
India
1,830 people
10.7%
2
Australia
1,422 people
8.3%
3
England
1,155 people
6.8%
4
Lebanon
1,100 people
6.4%
5
China
829 people
4.9%

Transport

24.6 km
to Sydney CBD
32 min
drive to CBD
51 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (2)

Catholic (1)

Holy Spirit Catholic College

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Independent (1)

Rissalah College

Details
K-12 Co-ed

LAKEMBA Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 4 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.