EMERTON

Sydney Inner
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House Median
This suburb $862,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $490,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 26,754
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.9%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 2,295
Density 2,561.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney Inner
State New South Wales

EMERTON Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $862,000
House Sales Volume 128 sales
Unit Median $490,000
Unit Sales Volume 69 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $478/wk
3 Bed House $540/wk
2 Bed Unit $470/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

EMERTON Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 26,754 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
4.03x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

EMERTON 26,754/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

EMERTON has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

EMERTON Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

2,295
Total Population
2,561
people/km² density
1.9%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
549 people
23.9%
2
Australia
483 people
21.1%
3
Australia
197 people
8.6%
4
Samoan
168 people
7.3%
5
Philippines
152 people
6.6%

Transport

46.7 km
to Sydney CBD
47 min
drive to CBD
82 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

EMERTON Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 5 neighbouring suburbs

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About EMERTON

Emerton is located in Central Sydney, approximately 46.7km from CBD, about 82 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 2,295 with a density of 2561 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $862,000, below Sydney average; unit median $490,000, below Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 26754 per 100,000, 4.03x the NSW average, a high crime area.

Demographics: English comprises 23.92%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (21.05%) and Aboriginal Australian (8.58%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Emerton has a house median of $862,000 and unit median of $490,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Emerton has a crime rate of 26754 per 100,000, which is 4.03x the NSW average (6635). High crime area, particular attention to safety required.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: None in this suburb or neighbouring areas.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Emerton has a population of 2,295, with Chinese comprising 1.90%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (23.92%), Aust (21.05%), Aust_Abor (8.58%), Samoan (7.32%), Filipino (6.62%).

Emerton is approximately 46.7km from Sydney CBD, about 47 minutes by car or 82 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.