Strathfield South, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Strathfield South, in the Strathfield Municipal Council local government area.
| Locality | Strathfield South |
| 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 | -33.89685 |
| Longitude | 151.0791 |
| Population | 3,542 |
| Density | 1150.0 /km² |
| Area | 3.1 km² |
| Elevation | 35 m |
| Postcode | 2136 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 12 km west-southwest |
Strathfield South is a locality in the Strathfield Municipal Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 3,542. The locality covers an area of 3.1 km², giving a population density of about 1150.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 35 m above sea level. It lies approximately 12 km west-southwest of Sydney. Strathfield South is located at 33.8969°S, 151.0791°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2136.
Strathfield South unfolds as a landscape of quiet, suburban sprawl, where the gentle slopes of the land meet the diligent order of human habitation. It lies 1.9 km east of Greenacre, NSW (from Greenacre, NSW: bearing 83°T), and is situated 12.5 km west-south-west of Sydney. The streets here are lined with mature trees, their leaves catching the dappled sunlight that filters through the Sydney basin's often-clear skies, casting shifting patterns on neat lawns and brick facades. It’s a place where the air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a faint warmth from the sun-baked pavements, a subtle hum of domestic life emanating from open windows and the distant murmur of traffic on arterial roads. The terrain, though not dramatic, possesses a subtle undulation, enough to give the impression of gentle rises and dips, a feeling of being grounded without the starkness of steep inclines, contributing to the overall sense of calm repose that characterises Strathfield South.
The history of Strathfield South is one of gradual development, a story told in the evolving streetscapes and the enduring presence of older homes alongside newer constructions. Initially part of a broader agricultural hinterland, its transformation into a residential precinct has been influenced by its proximity to the burgeoning Sydney metropolis, becoming a sought-after address for families seeking a balance between urban access and suburban tranquility. The local economy, like much of the surrounding area, is largely driven by services and retail, with residents commuting to larger commercial centres or working within the municipal council's diverse business landscape. While no single industry defines Strathfield South, its character is shaped by a steady, dependable rhythm, a place where everyday life unfolds with a quiet reliability, a testament to its long-standing role as a comfortable and accessible home for generations.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Strathfield South, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Strathfield South, in the Strathfield Municipal Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Strathfield South includes the postcode (2136), 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 Strathfield South is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 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. |