True Cost of Buying in Busby
2168 NSW · 42km to CBD
Market Intelligence
Busby is a culturally diverse suburb in Liverpool Local Government Area, southwestern Sydney, known as one of NSW's most multicultural communities with significant Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern populations. The suburb features predominantly public housing and older brick homes from the 1960s-1980s, making it one of the most affordable areas in the Liverpool region. With a young population where families are the predominant household type and English is not the first language for most residents, Busby offers strong community networks and multicultural festivals. The area is served by Busby Public School and nearby Miller Technology High School, with Crossroads Homemaker Centre providing major retail options. Transport connectivity relies on regular bus services to Liverpool and Campbelltown, with no direct rail connection. Property values show modest growth compared to broader Sydney markets, with limited new development due to existing housing commission properties. The suburb benefits from NBN infrastructure rollout and planned road upgrades, while maintaining competitive rental markets due to affordability factors.
Market Snapshot
Median House
$485K
+4.2% 1yr
Median Apartment
$320K
+3.8% 1yr
Median Townhouse
—
Vacancy Rate
1.8%
42 avg DOM
Yield (Apartment)
6.1%
Yield (House)
5.2%
Auction Clearance
58%
Population
3,200
True Cost Breakdown
Based on median prices · 20% deposit · 6.5% interest · 30-year term · Owner-occupier
Apartment
Purchase Price
$320,000
Stamp Duty
$9,370
1st Year Total
$31,916
House
Purchase Price
$485,000
Stamp Duty
$16,355
1st Year Total
$36,949
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Community Profile
Median Income
$52,000
Median Age
32
Family Households
68%
Owner-Occupied
42%
Walkability
45/100
Public Transport
5/10
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