Parramatta City Library : Community Profile

The City of Parramatta is located in Sydney's western suburbs. Its predominantly residential with some institutional, industrial and commercial land use also. The City encompasses a total land area of about 61 square kilometers and is therefore quite a large city. It has a large population of about 151, 297 with about 16% of this population under 18 years of age and 65% between 18-64 years of age.

Over 80% of the population of the City of Parramatta either speak English, or speak English as well as a 2nd language with Arabic, Cantonise and Mandarin being the most popular languages spoken. More than half of the population are Christian, with 18% non-christian.

In education and employment 42% of people in the City of Parramatta have received qualifications. Over 90% of the population is employed with manufacturing, health care and social assistance and retail being the biggest industries. Most are professionals, clerical and administrative workers and technicians.

More than half of the population live in family households, with the remainder living as couples, in groups or alone. 60% of the community have internet connection whilst 30% dont.

It can be summarized that most people  living within the City of Parramatta are employed and above schooling age. Many live with their families and as such should hold strong family as well as Christian values. Information regarding the industries stated above as well their occupations should be provided and should also be available in the 3 popular languages. Information can also be provided online due to the majority of the population having access but it is also important that internet facilities be provided to the community aswell.

This information was gathered from the Parramatta City Council Community Profile website.

To access the Parramatta City Council and Library Websites please access the links provided.

Parramatta City Library 

Parramatta City Library entrance