PRESTONS

Sydney West
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House Median
This suburb $1,260,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $531,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,728
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 4.4%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 15,694
Density 1,703.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney West
State New South Wales

PRESTONS Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,260,000
House Sales Volume 218 sales
Unit Median $531,000
Unit Sales Volume 274 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $550/wk
3 Bed House $688/wk
2 Bed Unit $550/wk
3 Bed Unit $690/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

PRESTONS Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Safe
Crime rate: 3,728 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.56x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

PRESTONS 3,728/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

PRESTONS 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.

PRESTONS Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

15,694
Total Population
1,703
people/km² density
4.4%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
2,238 people
14.3%
2
England
1,639 people
10.4%
3
India
1,618 people
10.3%
4
Lebanon
991 people
6.3%
5
Philippines
726 people
4.6%

Transport

38.4 km
to Sydney CBD
40 min
drive to CBD
101 min
transit to CBD
Nearby Station
in adjacent suburb

Local Schools (2)

Independent (2)

Amity College

Details
76.7 score K-12 Co-ed

William Carey Christian School

Details
K-12 Co-ed

PRESTONS Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 8 neighbouring suburbs

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About PRESTONS

Prestons is located in Western Sydney, approximately 38.4km from CBD, about 101 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 15,694 with a density of 1703 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,260,000, below Sydney average; unit median $531,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, independent school Amity College has 152.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3728 per 100,000, 0.56x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: Australian comprises 14.26%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (10.44%) and Indian (10.31%).

Transport: Neighbouring suburb has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Prestons has a house median of $1,260,000 and unit median of $531,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Prestons has a crime rate of 3728 per 100,000, which is 0.56x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: All Saints Catholic College, 2024 HSC results: 75 Distinguished Achievers, 2 All Rounders, 3 Top Achievers, 1 First in Course, AU Guide Score 65.5 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Amity College, 2024 HSC results: 152 Distinguished Achievers, 2 All Rounders, 3 Top Achievers, 1 First in Course, AU Guide Score 76.7.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Prestons has a population of 15,694, with Chinese comprising 4.40%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (14.26%), English (10.44%), Indian (10.31%), Lebanese (6.32%), Filipino (4.63%).

Prestons is approximately 38.4km from Sydney CBD, about 40 minutes by car or 101 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.