EMU HEIGHTS

Sydney West
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House Median
This suburb $1,040,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $585,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 2,402
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.3%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 3,205
Density 934.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney West
State New South Wales

EMU HEIGHTS Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,040,000
House Sales Volume 121 sales
Unit Median $585,000
Unit Sales Volume 128 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $510/wk
3 Bed House $620/wk
2 Bed Unit $555/wk
3 Bed Unit $590/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

EMU HEIGHTS Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 2,402 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.36x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

EMU HEIGHTS 2,402/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

EMU HEIGHTS has a crime rate below the NSW average, indicating generally good safety conditions. However, it's still advisable to maintain basic safety awareness and secure personal belongings.

EMU HEIGHTS Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,205
Total Population
934
people/km² density
1.3%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
1,404 people
43.8%
2
England
1,259 people
39.3%
3
Ireland
436 people
13.6%
4
Scotland
360 people
11.2%
5
Germany
141 people
4.4%

Transport

59.3 km
to Sydney CBD
50 min
drive to CBD
103 min
transit to CBD
Nearby Station
in adjacent suburb

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

EMU HEIGHTS Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 6 neighbouring suburbs

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About EMU HEIGHTS

Emu Heights is located in Western Sydney, approximately 59.3km from CBD, about 103 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,205 with a density of 934 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,040,000, below Sydney average; unit median $585,000, below Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 2402 per 100,000, 0.36x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: Australian comprises 43.81%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (39.28%) and Irish (13.60%).

Transport: Neighbouring suburb has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Emu Heights has a house median of $1,040,000 and unit median of $585,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Emu Heights has a crime rate of 2402 per 100,000, which is 0.36x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: Penola Catholic College Emu Plains, 2024 HSC results: 5 Distinguished Achievers (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Wycliffe Christian School, 2024 HSC results: 1 Distinguished Achievers (neighbouring suburb).

According to ABS 2021 Census, Emu Heights has a population of 3,205, with Chinese comprising 1.30%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (43.81%), English (39.28%), Irish (13.60%), Scottish (11.23%), German (4.40%).

Emu Heights is approximately 59.3km from Sydney CBD, about 50 minutes by car or 103 minutes by public transport. No train station in this suburb, but neighbouring suburbs have stations available. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.