RICHMOND

Sydney West
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House Median
This suburb $980,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $755,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 10,724
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.5%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 5,418
Density 202.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney West
State New South Wales

RICHMOND Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $980,000
House Sales Volume 37 sales
Unit Median $755,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $530/wk
3 Bed House $620/wk
2 Bed Unit $460/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

RICHMOND Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 10,724 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.62x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

RICHMOND 10,724/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

RICHMOND 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.

RICHMOND Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

5,418
Total Population
202
people/km² density
1.5%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
1,994 people
36.8%
2
Australia
1,880 people
34.7%
3
Ireland
603 people
11.1%
4
Scotland
478 people
8.8%
5
Australia
217 people
4.0%

Transport

64.4 km
to Sydney CBD
61 min
drive to CBD
87 min
transit to CBD
Has Station
in this suburb

Local Schools (1)

Partially Selective (1)

Richmond High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

RICHMOND Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 2 neighbouring suburbs

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About RICHMOND

Richmond is located in Western Sydney, approximately 64.4km from CBD, about 87 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 5,418 with a density of 202 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $980,000, below Sydney average; unit median $755,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, selective school Richmond High School has 1.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 10724 per 100,000, 1.62x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: English comprises 36.80%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (34.70%) and Irish (11.13%).

Transport: Has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Richmond has a house median of $980,000 and unit median of $755,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Richmond has a crime rate of 10724 per 100,000, which is 1.62x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Partially Selective schools: Richmond High School, 2024 HSC results: 1 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Richmond has a population of 5,418, with Chinese comprising 1.50%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (36.80%), Aust (34.70%), Irish (11.13%), Scottish (8.82%), Aust_Abor (4.01%).

Richmond is approximately 64.4km from Sydney CBD, about 61 minutes by car or 87 minutes by public transport. This suburb has a train station on the T1 North Shore & Western Line; T5 Cumberland Line line(s). Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.