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Colyton

NSW 2760 • Greater Sydney

8,770
Population (2021)
$80,028
Median Household Income
3.36 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalAffordableWestern SydneyGrowth Suburb

About Colyton

Colyton is a residential suburb in the City of Penrith, located in Western Sydney approximately 50 kilometres from the CBD. With a population of around 8,770, it is a diverse and multicultural community with significant Filipino, Kiwi, and Fijian communities alongside long-established Australian families. The median age of 36 and strong family presence make it a younger, family-oriented suburb.

Colyton offers affordable housing by Sydney standards, with a median mortgage of $1,950 per month and solid local amenities including schools, parks, and shopping options. The suburb sits close to St Marys and Mt Druitt town centres for larger retail needs. It appeals to working families seeking value in a well-connected part of Western Sydney, with growing infrastructure investment benefiting the broader Penrith area.

Colyton falls under postcode 2760 and is governed by Penrith Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Londonderry electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2760
Urban Area
Penrith - Outer East
LGA / Council
Penrith
Federal Electorate
Lindsay
State Electorate
Londonderry
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.78°, 150.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.36 km²
Elevation
51m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$988K
122 sales · ▲ 6.2% 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)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.8%

89 state housing + 21 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

St Marys
1.5 km
18 min
Werrington
2.5 km
30 min
Mt Druitt
3.5 km
N/A - bus recommended

Bus Services

  • 774, 775 — St Marys Station / Mt Druitt 10-15 min
  • 789 — Penrith via St Marys 25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
~55-65 min from St Marys to Central
By Bus
N/A direct - connect at St Marys station
By Car (Peak)
~1h 15min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~45 min

🛣️ Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line under construction will improve connectivity

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops and schools accessible on foot; train station a short bus ride or walk away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
204.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.0%
Motor vehicle theft
195 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.6%
Non-DV assault
454.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.0%
Steal from vehicle
373.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.7%
View all 62 offence types for Penrith →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,439
Census 2021
8,770
▲ 3.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,292
Personal Income 2021
$37,076
▲ 14.8% 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
$37,076 / yr
$713/wk
Household
$80,028 / yr
$1539/wk
Family
$91,364 / yr
$1757/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,717
Born Overseas 2,461

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 259
  • 2. New Zealand 240
  • 3. Fiji 190
  • 4. India 164
  • 5. England 146
  • 6. Lebanon 112
  • 7. Samoa 82
  • 8. Afghanistan 74
  • 9. Turkey 57
  • 10. Sri Lanka 56

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,539
English 2,203
Australian Aboriginal 514
Irish 510
Scottish 495
Filipino 362
Indian 332
Lebanese 276
Maltese 265
Italian 251

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,487
Both parents born in Australia
3,686
Both parents born overseas
956
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.2%
No Religion
25.3%
Islam
6.7%
Hinduism
3.7%
Buddhism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
607 (6.9%)
5-14 years
1,232 (14.0%)
15-19 years
582 (6.6%)
20-24 years
613 (7.0%)
25-34 years
1,183 (13.5%)
35-44 years
1,211 (13.8%)
45-54 years
1,135 (12.9%)
55-64 years
960 (10.9%)
65-74 years
758 (8.6%)
75-84 years
390 (4.4%)
85+ years
96 (1.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colyton known for? +

Colyton offers affordable housing by Sydney standards, with a median mortgage of $1,950 per month and solid local amenities including schools, parks, and shopping options.

How far is Colyton from Sydney CBD? +

Colyton is approximately 50 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~1h 15min in peak hour and ~45 min off-peak.

Does Colyton have public transport? +

The nearest train station is St Marys (1.5 km away, approximately 18 min walk) on the T1 Western Line. Bus services include 774, 775, running to St Marys Station / Mt Druitt in approximately 10-15 min.

What is the population of Colyton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Colyton has a population of 8,770 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Colyton a good place to live? +

Colyton is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb sits close to St Marys and Mt Druitt town centres for larger retail needs.

What is the postcode for Colyton? +

The postcode for Colyton is 2760. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Colyton? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Colyton is about $713 per week (around $37,100 per year). The median household income is $1,539 per week and the median family income is $1,757 per week.

What is the median house price in Colyton? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $987,500, up 6.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Colyton? +

The median age in Colyton is 36. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,232 residents, around 14%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Colyton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Colyton is part of the Penrith 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 Colyton? +

In Colyton, the median weekly rent is $380, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).