Bossley Park

Bossley Park is a suburb in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, located 36 km west of the city center and part of Greater Western Sydney. Known for its Assyrian and Iraqi communities, it was named after John Bossley, who purchased land in 1890. The area remained rural until the 1970s when it developed into a residential suburb.

Historically,Bossley Park's growth included Italian migrants post-WWII. Demographics from the 2021 census show 15,492 residents, with 41.4% born in Australia and significant contributions from Iraq (22.4%), Italy (3.5%), and other countries. Languages spoken include Neo-Aramaic, Arabic, Italian, and Vietnamese, reflecting a diverse community.

Religiously, the suburb is predominantly Catholic (49.3%), with Assyrian Apostolic and Anglican communities. Education includes several government schools and Mary Immaculate Primary School. Places of worship feature both Catholic and Anglican churches.

Sporting highlights include the Marconi Stallions football club and Marconi Stadium, founded by Italian immigrants in the 1960s. Recreational areas like Wetherill Park Nature Reserve and Orphan School Creek provide natural amenities. The climate is humid subtropical with warm summers and cool winters.

Notably, Mark Schwarzer, a former Socceroo goalkeeper, resides there.