SOUTH PENRITH

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 4,790
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 2.3%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 12,005
Density 2,373.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney West
State New South Wales

SOUTH PENRITH 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

SOUTH PENRITH Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Relatively Safe
Crime rate: 4,790 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.72x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

SOUTH PENRITH 4,790/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

SOUTH PENRITH 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.

SOUTH PENRITH Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

12,005
Total Population
2,373
people/km² density
2.3%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
4,863 people
40.5%
2
England
4,422 people
36.8%
3
Ireland
1,273 people
10.6%
4
Scotland
954 people
8.0%
5
Australia
626 people
5.2%

Transport

54.1 km
to Sydney CBD
48 min
drive to CBD
99 min
transit to CBD
Nearby Station
in adjacent suburb

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Jamison High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

SOUTH PENRITH Neighbouring Suburbs

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

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About SOUTH PENRITH

South Penrith is located in Western Sydney, approximately 54.1km from CBD, about 99 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 12,005 with a density of 2373 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: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Jamison High School has 9 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 4790 per 100,000, 0.72x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: Australian comprises 40.51%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (36.84%) and Irish (10.60%).

Transport: Neighbouring suburb has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), South Penrith 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), South Penrith has a crime rate of 4790 per 100,000, which is 0.72x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: Jamison High School, 2024 HSC results: 9 Distinguished Achievers. Catholic schools: Caroline Chisholm College, 2024 HSC results: 60 Distinguished Achievers, 2 All Rounders, 3 Top Achievers, 1 First in Course, AU Guide Score 65.4 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Penrith Anglican College, 2024 HSC results: 32 Distinguished Achievers, AU Guide Score 52.8 (neighbouring suburb).

According to ABS 2021 Census, South Penrith has a population of 12,005, with Chinese comprising 2.30%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (40.51%), English (36.84%), Irish (10.60%), Scottish (7.95%), Aust_Abor (5.21%).

South Penrith is approximately 54.1km from Sydney CBD, about 48 minutes by car or 99 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.