The name commemorates Dr John Job Crew Bradfield, who oversaw design and construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge between 1913 and 1932.

[2] In March 2021, the NSW Government announced that a 100-hectare section of Bringelly, referred to planning documents as 'Aerotropolis Core', would be named in Dr Bradfield's honour.

AMRF Stage 1 is due for opening in 2024 and is intended to support local businesses in mechanical manufacturing.

[5] AMRF Stage 2, opening in 2026, is intended to support semi-conductor and electronics manufacturing for aerospace and defence.

[6] The suburb will be serviced by the Bradfield station of the Western Sydney Airport metro line.