Canada Bay vs Strathfield

Canada Bay and Strathfield are neighbouring areas that both offer very walkable environments. Canada Bay is more accessible, with 98.6% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport compared to 85.1% in Strathfield. Canada Bay also has a far larger First Nations population, totalling 502 people. This group in Canada Bay is noticeably older, with a typical age of 27, and has a typical household income of $2,163, which is well higher than the $1,674 seen in Strathfield.

Local amenities are similar in both places, such as the fact that every home is within a 15-minute walk of a park. While Canada Bay generally has a higher share of homes within walking distance of schools, groceries, and health services, these gaps have remained steady over time. Both areas are very walkable, although the specific types of nearby amenities differ; Strathfield has a much higher share of parks within walking distance, while Canada Bay has more public transport and food and drink options.