BARDEN RIDGE
BARDEN RIDGE Property Overview
Local Schools (2)
Independent (1)
Shire Christian School
DetailsPublic (1)
Lucas Heights Community School
DetailsBARDEN RIDGE Neighbouring Suburbs
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About BARDEN RIDGE
Barden Ridge is located in Southern Sydney, approximately 32.6km from CBD, about 85 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 4,129 with a density of 737 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,720,000, on par with Sydney average; unit median $1,185,000, above Sydney average.
Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Lucas Heights Community School has 16 Distinguished Achievers; independent school Shire Christian School has 35.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 1405 per 100,000, 0.21x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.
Demographics: English comprises 38.17%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (38.00%) and Irish (11.94%).
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Barden Ridge has a house median of $1,720,000 and unit median of $1,185,000. Property prices are close to Sydney median levels.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Barden Ridge has a crime rate of 1405 per 100,000, which is 0.21x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.
Government schools: Lucas Heights Community School, 2024 HSC results: 16 Distinguished Achievers. Catholic schools: Aquinas Catholic College, 2024 HSC results: 132 Distinguished Achievers, 4 All Rounders, 1 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 74.2 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Shire Christian School, 2024 HSC results: 35 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 57.3.
According to ABS 2021 Census, Barden Ridge has a population of 4,129, with Chinese comprising 3.10%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (38.17%), Aust (38.00%), Irish (11.94%), Scottish (9.98%), Italian (6.15%).
Barden Ridge is approximately 32.6km from Sydney CBD, about 40 minutes by car or 85 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Outer ring suburb, moderate commute time.