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Emu Heights

NSW 2750 • Greater Sydney

3,205
Population (2021)
$124,696
Median Household Income
3.43 km²
Area
$440/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyBlue Mountains GatewayAffordableBushlandWestern Sydney

About Emu Heights

Emu Heights is a residential suburb on the western fringe of Sydney, located 58 kilometres west of the CBD at the base of the Blue Mountains in the City of Penrith. With a population of 3,205 at the 2021 census and a median age of 38, it covers 3.4 square kilometres at 44 metres elevation. Established in 1831, the suburb sits between the Nepean River and the Blue Mountains escarpment, offering a mix of established homes and newer developments with a bushland backdrop.

Emu Heights offers a family-friendly lifestyle at the gateway to the Blue Mountains, with bushwalking tracks, the Nepean River, and Emu Plains sporting facilities all nearby. The suburb features the Emu Heights Community Centre and is close to Penrith's major shopping and entertainment precincts including Panthers and Westfield Penrith. It attracts families seeking affordable homes with space, mountain views, and easy M4 motorway access to western Sydney employment hubs.

Emu Heights falls under postcode 2750 and is governed by Penrith Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Penrith electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2750
Urban Area
Penrith - West
LGA / Council
Penrith
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Penrith
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 150.65°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.43 km²
Elevation
44m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.1M
43 sales · ▲ 9.5% 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)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2%

22 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Emu Plains Station
2 km
25 min
Penrith Station
3.5 km
40 min

Bus Services

  • 685 — Penrith Station via Emu Heights 10 min
  • 690 — Richmond via Emu Plains 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
58 km
By Train
1 hr 10 min (from Emu Plains, Blue Mountains Line)
By Bus
10 min to Penrith then train
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ M4 Motorway provides access to Parramatta (30 min) and Sydney CBD. Penrith is the main local centre.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Some local amenities and bus stops walkable. Penrith shops require a short drive or bus ride. Good bushwalking access.

🛒 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 Emu Heights. 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
3,289
Census 2021
3,205
▼ 2.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$42,016
Personal Income 2021
$50,856
▲ 21.0% 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
$50,856 / yr
$978/wk
Household
$124,696 / yr
$2398/wk
Family
$136,032 / yr
$2616/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,721
Born Overseas 417

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 128
  • 2. New Zealand 22
  • 3. Philippines 21
  • 4. South Africa 18
  • 5. Scotland 16
  • 6. Germany 15
  • 7. Ireland 14
  • 8. Netherlands 13
  • 9. Italy 11
  • 10. India 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,404
English 1,259
Irish 436
Scottish 360
German 141
Italian 120
Australian Aboriginal 111
Dutch 89
Maltese 81
Chinese 42

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,972
Both parents born in Australia
639
Both parents born overseas
520
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.6%
No Religion
37.0%
Buddhism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
194 (6.1%)
5-14 years
441 (13.8%)
15-19 years
214 (6.7%)
20-24 years
213 (6.6%)
25-34 years
405 (12.6%)
35-44 years
446 (13.9%)
45-54 years
447 (13.9%)
55-64 years
401 (12.5%)
65-74 years
274 (8.5%)
75-84 years
144 (4.5%)
85+ years
31 (1.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emu Heights known for? +

Emu Heights offers a family-friendly lifestyle at the gateway to the Blue Mountains, with bushwalking tracks, the Nepean River, and Emu Plains sporting facilities all nearby.

How far is Emu Heights from Sydney CBD? +

Emu Heights is approximately 58 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 1 hr 15 min in peak hour and 50 min off-peak.

Does Emu Heights have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Emu Plains Station (2 km away, approximately 25 min walk) on the Blue Mountains Line (T1 Western / Blue Mountains). Bus services include 685, running to Penrith Station via Emu Heights in approximately 10 min.

What is the population of Emu Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Emu Heights has a population of 3,205 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Emu Heights a good place to live? +

Emu Heights is well-suited to families, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb features the Emu Heights Community Centre and is close to Penrith's major shopping and entertainment precincts including Panthers and Westfield Penrith.

What is the postcode for Emu Heights? +

The postcode for Emu Heights is 2750. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Emu Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Emu Heights is about $978 per week (around $50,900 per year). The median household income is $2,398 per week and the median family income is $2,616 per week.

What is the median house price in Emu Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,100,000, up 9.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Emu Heights? +

The median age in Emu Heights is 38. The largest age group is 45–54 (447 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Emu Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Emu Heights 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 Emu Heights? +

In Emu Heights, the median weekly rent is $440, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).