Burwood
Burwood ranks 59th of 128 in NSW, performing best on lifestyle & amenity (55/100).
"Sydney's compact multicultural centre — Chinese dining hub and inner-west convenience"
New South Wales · metro council · Pop. 40,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
52 out of 100
#16 of 34 metro councils in NSW
#59 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 48/100 |
| Community Services | 51/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 55/100 |
| Core Operations | 53/100 |
What This Means For You
Among metropolitan councils, Burwood performs strongest in lifestyle and amenity investment (better than 55% of peers). Performance in financial sustainability is moderate at the 48th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Sydney's compact multicultural centre — Chinese dining hub and inner-west convenience
Burwood is small but vibrant, with a significant Chinese-Australian community that's made it one of Sydney's best dining precincts.
Known For
- Outstanding Chinese and Korean dining
- Burwood Westfield and commercial centre
- Inner-west transport hub
- Compact, walkable municipality
Living Here
Burwood offers inner-suburban convenience with exceptional Asian food. It's dense and busy but well-connected by rail.
Hidden Gem
Burwood Park — a heritage park with Chinese garden elements that reflects the area's cultural evolution.