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| Locality | Homebush |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Strathfield Municipal Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -33.86054 |
| Longitude | 151.0804 |
| Population | 6,787 |
| Density | 3171.5 /km² |
| Area | 2.1 km² |
| Elevation | 15 m |
| Postcode | 2140 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 12 km west |
Homebush is a locality in the Strathfield Municipal Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 6,787. The locality covers an area of 2.1 km², giving a population density of about 3171.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 15 m above sea level. It lies approximately 12 km west of Sydney. Homebush is located at 33.8605°S, 151.0804°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2140.
Homebush unfolds as a verdant expanse, a gentle rise from the surrounding flatter plains, where the air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a faint, sweet scent of blooming jasmine. It lies 2.1 km north of Strathfield, NSW (from Strathfield, NSW: bearing 0°T), and is situated 12.0 km west of Sydney. The landscape here is a mosaic of established street trees, their leaves rustling like whispered secrets, and well-tended gardens that spill over low fences, a riot of colour against the neat brickwork of the houses. It is a place of quiet avenues, where the occasional rumble of a passing train serves as a rhythmic punctuation to the day, and the distant murmur of the city feels a world away, yet is always within reach. The sky above Homebush often holds a luminous quality, particularly as the sun begins its descent, painting the clouds in hues of apricot and rose, a fleeting beauty that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Historically, Homebush owes its character to a rich agricultural past, a time when the land was more open and the focus was on the bounty it could provide. The establishment of the Sydney Showground, a significant hub for agricultural exhibitions and later, major events, deeply influenced the identity and economy of Homebush, drawing crowds and fostering a spirit of lively exchange. This legacy is still palpable, even as the area has transitioned into a predominantly residential and commercial centre, with the echoes of grand spectacles and bustling markets resonating in its broader planning and its enduring connection to large-scale gatherings. The presence of prominent educational institutions nearby further contributes to a dynamic, forward-looking atmosphere, attracting a diverse population and infusing Homebush with an energetic, yet grounded, sense of purpose.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Homebush, New South Wales. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Homebush, in the Strathfield Municipal Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Homebush includes the postcode (2140), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Strathfield Municipal Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Homebush is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |