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Dundas

NSW 2117 • Greater Sydney

4,959
Population (2021)
$102,024
Median Household Income
1.35 km²
Area
$428/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafySuburbanMulticulturalQuiet

About Dundas

Dundas is a residential suburb in western Sydney, located 21 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD in the City of Parramatta. With a population of around 4,960, the suburb covers 1.3 km² and is known for its leafy, green character centred around The Ponds Walk along Ponds Subiaco Creek. Dundas sits at an elevation of 30 metres and offers a suburban family atmosphere close to the Parramatta commercial hub.

The suburb is popular with families who appreciate its quiet, tree-lined streets, local parks, and proximity to Parramatta for shopping and employment. Dundas features a mix of post-war homes and newer townhouse developments. Residents have access to local shops on Kissing Point Road and enjoy easy connections to Parramatta, Eastwood, and the wider Sydney rail network via nearby stations.

Dundas falls under postcode 2117 and is governed by Parramatta Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Parramatta electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2117
Urban Area
Parramatta - North-East
LGA / Council
Parramatta
Federal Electorate
Parramatta
State Electorate
Parramatta
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 151.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.35 km²
Elevation
30m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.8M
55 sales · ▲ 12.1% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$693K
56 sales · ▼ 4.2% 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)
$428
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,500
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.4%

65 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dundas Station
0.5 km
6 min
Telopea Station
1.2 km
15 min
Rydalmere Station
1.5 km
18 min
Parramatta Station
3 km
T1 Western Line, T2 Inner West, T5 Cumberland

Bus Services

  • 513 — Parramatta to Eastwood 15 min
  • 546 — Parramatta to Marsfield 20 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
21 km
By Train
45 min via Parramatta
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Carlingford Line connects to Parramatta for onward services to Sydney CBD; Parramatta Light Rail under development nearby

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops and train station are walkable for some residents; hilly terrain and spread-out layout means many trips require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Dundas Railway Station group
Station Street, Dundas • SHR #01133

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
267 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.4%
Motor vehicle theft
137.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.2%
Non-DV assault
368.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.9%
Steal from vehicle
357.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.5%
View all 62 offence types for Parramatta →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,740
Census 2021
4,959
▲ 4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,188
Personal Income 2021
$39,728
▲ 23.4% 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
$39,728 / yr
$764/wk
Household
$102,024 / yr
$1962/wk
Family
$113,776 / yr
$2188/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,541
Born Overseas 2,284

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 558
  • 2. South Korea 299
  • 3. India 118
  • 4. Philippines 112
  • 5. Hong Kong 107
  • 6. England 83
  • 7. New Zealand 80
  • 8. Malaysia 75
  • 9. Taiwan 61
  • 10. Iran 51

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,207
English 918
Australian 854
Korean 430
Irish 275
Scottish 251
Italian 231
Filipino 167
Indian 153
Lebanese 152

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,217
Both parents born in Australia
3,109
Both parents born overseas
476
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.4%
No Religion
32.1%
Islam
3.5%
Buddhism
3.1%
Hinduism
2.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
337 (6.8%)
5-14 years
588 (11.9%)
15-19 years
295 (5.9%)
20-24 years
333 (6.7%)
25-34 years
707 (14.3%)
35-44 years
793 (16.0%)
45-54 years
674 (13.6%)
55-64 years
595 (12.0%)
65-74 years
379 (7.6%)
75-84 years
188 (3.8%)
85+ years
74 (1.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dundas known for? +

The suburb is popular with families who appreciate its quiet, tree-lined streets, local parks, and proximity to Parramatta for shopping and employment.

How far is Dundas from Sydney CBD? +

Dundas is approximately 21 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 45-60 min in peak hour and 30 min off-peak.

Does Dundas have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Dundas Station (0.5 km away, approximately 6 min walk) on the Carlingford Line (T6). Bus services include 513, running to Parramatta to Eastwood in approximately 15 min.

What is the population of Dundas? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dundas has a population of 4,959 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Dundas a good place to live? +

Dundas is well-suited to families, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. Dundas features a mix of post-war homes and newer townhouse developments.

What is the postcode for Dundas? +

The postcode for Dundas is 2117. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Dundas? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Dundas is about $764 per week (around $39,700 per year). The median household income is $1,962 per week and the median family income is $2,188 per week.

What is the median house price in Dundas? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,800,000, up 12.1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $693,000, down 4.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Dundas? +

The median age in Dundas is 37. The largest age group is 35–44 (793 residents, around 16%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Dundas a safe area? +

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

In Dundas, the median weekly rent is $428, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,500 (2021 Census).