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Box Hill

NSW 2765 • Greater Sydney

6,450
Population (2021)
$149,812
Median Household Income
14.08 km²
Area
$580/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyModernNew DevelopmentWell-Connected

About Box Hill

Box Hill is a rapidly growing suburb in north-west Sydney, located approximately 47 kilometres from the CBD within The Hills Shire. Once a small rural locality, it has undergone massive transformation as part of Sydney's North West Growth Area, with its population surging to over 6,400 residents. New housing estates and master-planned communities continue to reshape the area into a modern suburban hub.

The suburb appeals to young families and first home buyers attracted by contemporary homes, new parks, and improving infrastructure. Rouse Hill Town Centre and Box Hill Town Centre provide major shopping and dining options. The area benefits from proximity to the Sydney Metro Northwest, with Rouse Hill station just minutes away, connecting residents to Chatswood and beyond. Schools, childcare centres, and community facilities are expanding to meet the growing population.

Box Hill falls under postcode 2765 and is governed by The Hills Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hawkesbury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2765
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
The Hills Shire
Federal Electorate
Greenway
State Electorate
Hawkesbury
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.64°, 150.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
14.08 km²
Elevation
40m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Box Hill for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.3M
605 sales · ▲ 7.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.14M
62 sales · ▲ 8% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$580
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
31 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rouse Hill
3 km
N/A (bus connection)
Schofields
4.5 km
N/A (bus connection)
Riverstone
5 km
N/A (bus connection)

Bus Services

  • 731, 734 — Rouse Hill Station / Town Centre 10-15 min
  • 741 — Riverstone / Schofields stations 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
47 km
By Train
70-80 min (bus to Rouse Hill + Metro to Chatswood + train)
By Bus
N/A (no direct service)
By Car (Peak)
60-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min

🛣️ Sydney Metro Northwest from Rouse Hill provides the fastest public transport link. M2/M7 motorways for drivers.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A new suburb still developing pedestrian infrastructure. Most errands require a car, though the new town centre is walkable for nearby residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Box Hill, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Box Hill Inn
Windsor Road, Box Hill • SHR #00724

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the The Hills Shire Local Government Area, which contains Box Hill. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
88.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.9%
Motor vehicle theft
50.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
119.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
11.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
103.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.4%
View all 62 offence types for The Hills Shire →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
902
Census 2021
6,450
▲ 615.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,256
Personal Income 2021
$66,092
▲ 87.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$66,092 / yr
$1271/wk
Household
$149,812 / yr
$2881/wk
Family
$150,592 / yr
$2896/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,445
Born Overseas 2,871

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 786
  • 2. Philippines 340
  • 3. Nepal 157
  • 4. Pakistan 150
  • 5. Sri Lanka 131
  • 6. England 116
  • 7. South Africa 101
  • 8. China 99
  • 9. South Korea 98
  • 10. Iran 88

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,321
English 1,153
Indian 896
Filipino 544
Chinese 352
Irish 332
Scottish 280
Italian 225
Maltese 179
Korean 140

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,614
Both parents born in Australia
4,082
Both parents born overseas
601
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.2%
No Religion
20.1%
Hinduism
14.9%
Islam
7.7%
Sikhism
4.2%
Buddhism
2.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
762 (11.8%)
5-14 years
1,084 (16.8%)
15-19 years
270 (4.2%)
20-24 years
288 (4.5%)
25-34 years
1,328 (20.6%)
35-44 years
1,490 (23.1%)
45-54 years
582 (9.0%)
55-64 years
330 (5.1%)
65-74 years
235 (3.6%)
75-84 years
66 (1.0%)
85+ years
15 (0.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Box Hill known for? +

The suburb appeals to young families and first home buyers attracted by contemporary homes, new parks, and improving infrastructure.

How far is Box Hill from Sydney CBD? +

Box Hill is approximately 47 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 60-90 min in peak hour and 45 min off-peak.

Does Box Hill have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Rouse Hill (3 km away, approximately N/A (bus connection) walk) on the Sydney Metro Northwest. Bus services include 731, 734, running to Rouse Hill Station / Town Centre in approximately 10-15 min.

What is the population of Box Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Box Hill has a population of 6,450 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Box Hill a good place to live? +

Box Hill is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Rouse Hill Town Centre and Box Hill Town Centre provide major shopping and dining options.

What is the postcode for Box Hill? +

The postcode for Box Hill is 2765. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Box Hill? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Box Hill is about $1,271 per week (around $66,100 per year). The median household income is $2,881 per week and the median family income is $2,896 per week.

What is the median house price in Box Hill? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,300,000, up 7.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,140,000, up 8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Box Hill? +

The median age in Box Hill is 31. The largest age group is 35–44 (1,490 residents, around 23%). Around 33% of residents are under 20 and about 5% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Box Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Box Hill is part of the The Hills Shire LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Box Hill? +

In Box Hill, the median weekly rent is $580, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,000 (2021 Census).