PARKLEA
PARKLEA Property Overview
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PARKLEA Neighbouring Suburbs
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About PARKLEA
Parklea is located in Central Sydney, approximately 41.8km from CBD, about 71 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,684 with a density of 3474 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,623,000, on par with Sydney average.
Education: No high schools in this suburb.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 1357 per 100,000, 0.20x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.
Demographics: Indian comprises 15.88%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (9.47%) and English (8.09%), Chinese comprises 3.86%, lower Chinese proportion.
Transport: Neighbouring suburb has a train station.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Parklea has a house median of $1,623,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are close to Sydney median levels.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Parklea has a crime rate of 1357 per 100,000, which is 0.20x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.
Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St John XXIII Catholic College (Secondary), 2024 HSC results: 62 Distinguished Achievers, 1 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 59.1 (neighbouring suburb).
According to ABS 2021 Census, Parklea has a population of 3,684, with Chinese comprising 3.90%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Indian (15.88%), Aust (9.47%), English (8.09%), Filipino (4.89%), Chinese (3.86%).
Parklea is approximately 41.8km from Sydney CBD, about 40 minutes by car or 71 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.