Overview
Geographical and demographic description
Fowler is a culturally diverse electorate in Sydney's southwestern suburbs. It features established residential areas with significant migrant communities, particularly Vietnamese and other Southeast Asian populations, along with industrial zones and commercial centers.
Key Areas
Key Local Issues
Important issues affecting this electorate
Multicultural Affairs
HIGH
Supporting diverse migrant communities, with one of Australia's highest proportions of residents born overseas.
Cost of Living
HIGH
Addressing financial pressures on households in an area with below-average household incomes.
Employment
MEDIUM
Creating local jobs and improving economic opportunities in areas with higher unemployment rates.
Transport Infrastructure
MEDIUM
Enhancing public transport connections and road networks to major employment centers.
Election History
Recent election results
Year | Winner | 2PP % | Swing |
---|---|---|---|
2022 | Dai Le (Independent) | 51.9% | +18.1% |
2019 | Chris Hayes (Labor) | 70% | +5.5% |
2016 | Chris Hayes (Labor) | 64.5% | -3.9% |
2013 | Chris Hayes (Labor) | 68.4% | -4.2% |
2010 | Chris Hayes (Labor) | 72.6% | +3.5% |
Quick Facts
Essential electorate information
State
NSW
Type
Urban
Population
158,000
MP Since
2022
Demographics
Population statistics
Median Age
36
Median Income
$1,400 weekly
University Educated
22%
About Fowler
The Fowler electorate in NSW is currently represented by Dai Le (Independent) since 2022. This electorate profile provides comprehensive information about local issues, voting history, demographic breakdown, and electoral boundaries.