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Emu Plains

NSW 2750 • Greater Sydney

8,126
Population (2021)
$97,604
Median Household Income
8.25 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyBlue Mountains GatewayCommuter SuburbRiverside

About Emu Plains

Emu Plains is a well-established suburb in western Sydney, located 58 kilometres west of the CBD at the foot of the Blue Mountains in the City of Penrith. With a population of around 8,100 residents, the suburb offers a mix of older homes on generous blocks and newer developments. The community is predominantly families and older couples, with a median age slightly above the Sydney average. Its position on the Nepean River flats gives the suburb a semi-rural feel despite being firmly within the metropolitan area.

The suburb benefits from its proximity to Penrith's extensive retail and dining precinct while maintaining a quieter residential character. Residents enjoy easy access to the Nepean River for kayaking and cycling, the historic Arms of Australia Inn museum, and nearby Blue Mountains bushwalking trails. The M4 Motorway provides direct car access to Parramatta and the CBD. Emu Plains attracts families seeking affordable housing with good public school options and commuters who value the express train services to the city.

Emu Plains 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
-33.75°, 150.66°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
8.25 km²
Elevation
22m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.15M
108 sales · ▲ 9.6% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$934K
24 sales · ▲ 23.7% 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)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.4%

91 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Emu Plains
0.8 km
10 min
Penrith
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • 685 — Penrith Station via Great Western Hwy 10-15 min
  • 770, 771 — Richmond, Windsor via Castlereagh 25-40 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
58 km
By Train
55-65 min (express services available)
By Car (Peak)
1h 15min - 1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ Last stop on T1 suburban network; frequent express services to Central

Walkability Car-Dependent

Station area and Great Western Highway corridor walkable; car needed for most residential streets

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Lennox Shopping Centre, Cnr Great Western Highway And Lawson Street Emu Plains 2750 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Emu Plains Railway Station group
Main Western railway, Emu Plains • SHR #01136

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Penrith Local Government Area, which contains Emu Plains. 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
8,421
Census 2021
8,126
▼ 3.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,388
Personal Income 2021
$45,760
▲ 22.4% 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
$45,760 / yr
$880/wk
Household
$97,604 / yr
$1877/wk
Family
$121,732 / yr
$2341/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,605
Born Overseas 1,248

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 366
  • 2. New Zealand 130
  • 3. Ireland 47
  • 4. Philippines 47
  • 5. Germany 43
  • 6. Scotland 43
  • 7. Netherlands 35
  • 8. South Africa 31
  • 9. Greece 27
  • 10. Fiji 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,381
English 3,250
Irish 1,116
Scottish 808
German 305
Australian Aboriginal 281
Italian 246
Dutch 176
Maltese 153
Greek 136

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,795
Both parents born in Australia
1,748
Both parents born overseas
1,193
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
60.0%
No Religion
32.1%
Islam
0.8%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
437 (5.4%)
5-14 years
1,077 (13.3%)
15-19 years
472 (5.8%)
20-24 years
486 (6.0%)
25-34 years
874 (10.8%)
35-44 years
1,075 (13.2%)
45-54 years
1,050 (12.9%)
55-64 years
904 (11.1%)
65-74 years
1,002 (12.3%)
75-84 years
546 (6.7%)
85+ years
217 (2.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emu Plains known for? +

The suburb benefits from its proximity to Penrith's extensive retail and dining precinct while maintaining a quieter residential character.

How far is Emu Plains from Sydney CBD? +

Emu Plains is approximately 58 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 1h 15min - 1h 30min in peak hour and 50 min off-peak.

Does Emu Plains have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Emu Plains (0.8 km away, approximately 10 min walk) on the T1 Western Line (last suburban station). Bus services include 685, running to Penrith Station via Great Western Hwy in approximately 10-15 min.

What is the population of Emu Plains? +

According to the 2021 Census, Emu Plains has a population of 8,126 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Emu Plains a good place to live? +

Emu Plains is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents enjoy easy access to the Nepean River for kayaking and cycling, the historic Arms of Australia Inn museum, and nearby Blue Mountains bushwalking trails.

What is the postcode for Emu Plains? +

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

What is the average income in Emu Plains? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Emu Plains is about $880 per week (around $45,800 per year). The median household income is $1,877 per week and the median family income is $2,341 per week.

What is the median house price in Emu Plains? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,151,210, up 9.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $934,000, up 23.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Emu Plains? +

The median age in Emu Plains is 41. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,077 residents, around 13%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 22% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Emu Plains a safe area? +

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

In Emu Plains, the median weekly rent is $420, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,200 (2021 Census).