An 83-year-old man who tested positive for coronavirus has died at Newmarch House,the Anglicare aged care facility in Sydney's west.

He is the sixth resident to die since coronavirus hit the facility earlier this month.

A statement from Anglicare Sydney said the man had multiple health issues.

"His family were contacted where they were able to visit and pay their respects,"the statement said.

"All the relevant authorities have been informed. His cause of death will be officially confirmed over the coming days.

"We continue to think of,pray for,and remember all our residents who have died and for their families as they mourn the loss of their loved ones."

A statement from NSW Health earlier today said there were an additional two residents and two staff who have tested positive for coronavirus,bringing the total to 48 cases,including 17 staff and 31 residents.