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Erskine Park

NSW 2759 • Greater Sydney

6,486
Population (2021)
$122,148
Median Household Income
8.39 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyWestern SydneySuburbanAffordableParks

About Erskine Park

Erskine Park is a family-oriented suburb in Western Sydney, located within the Penrith local government area approximately 45 kilometres from the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 6,500 residents, this predominantly residential suburb features spacious homes on quiet, leafy streets. The community has a young demographic profile with many families and a strong Australian-born population.

The suburb offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with numerous parks, playgrounds, and sporting facilities. Residents have access to local shops and schools, while larger retail centres at St Marys and Mount Druitt are nearby. Erskine Park particularly appeals to young families seeking affordable housing with good-sized blocks in a safe, established neighbourhood within commuting distance of major employment hubs.

Erskine Park falls under postcode 2759 and is governed by Penrith Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Badgerys Creek electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2759
Urban Area
Penrith - South
LGA / Council
Penrith
Federal Electorate
Mcmahon
State Electorate
Badgerys Creek
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.81°, 150.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
8.39 km²
Elevation
62m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.18M
68 sales · ▲ 8.1% 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)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

St Marys
5 km
T1 Western Line + Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport
Mount Druitt
6 km
T1 Western Line

Bus Services

  • 775 — Mount Druitt to Penrith via Erskine Park 15-20 min to station

Commute to Sydney

Distance
45 km
By Train
55-65 min (bus to St Marys + T1 line)
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ Bus connections to St Marys and Mount Druitt stations. Future Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport line will enhance connectivity from St Marys.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential suburb with local shops. Most residents drive to stations and shopping centres.

🛒 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 Erskine Park. 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
6,436
Census 2021
6,486
▲ 0.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$40,612
Personal Income 2021
$47,112
▲ 16.0% 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
$47,112 / yr
$906/wk
Household
$122,148 / yr
$2349/wk
Family
$124,644 / yr
$2397/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,586
Born Overseas 1,655

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 249
  • 2. New Zealand 152
  • 3. England 121
  • 4. India 116
  • 5. Fiji 72
  • 6. Egypt 67
  • 7. Iraq 55
  • 8. Sri Lanka 49
  • 9. Pakistan 45
  • 10. Malta 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,044
English 1,744
Irish 426
Filipino 401
Scottish 349
Maltese 348
Italian 317
Indian 196
Australian Aboriginal 190
German 159

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,752
Both parents born in Australia
2,636
Both parents born overseas
837
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
62.7%
No Religion
23.5%
Islam
5.0%
Hinduism
2.0%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
376 (5.8%)
5-14 years
844 (13.0%)
15-19 years
478 (7.4%)
20-24 years
471 (7.3%)
25-34 years
917 (14.1%)
35-44 years
831 (12.8%)
45-54 years
866 (13.4%)
55-64 years
1,015 (15.6%)
65-74 years
506 (7.8%)
75-84 years
142 (2.2%)
85+ years
42 (0.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Erskine Park known for? +

The suburb offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with numerous parks, playgrounds, and sporting facilities.

How far is Erskine Park from Sydney CBD? +

Erskine Park is approximately 45 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 50-70 min in peak hour and 40-50 min off-peak.

Does Erskine Park have public transport? +

The nearest train station is St Marys (5 km away, approximately null walk) on the T1 Western Line + Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport. Bus services include 775, running to Mount Druitt to Penrith via Erskine Park in approximately 15-20 min to station.

What is the population of Erskine Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Erskine Park has a population of 6,486 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Erskine Park a good place to live? +

Erskine Park is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents have access to local shops and schools, while larger retail centres at St Marys and Mount Druitt are nearby.

What is the postcode for Erskine Park? +

The postcode for Erskine Park is 2759. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Erskine Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Erskine Park is about $906 per week (around $47,100 per year). The median household income is $2,349 per week and the median family income is $2,397 per week.

What is the median house price in Erskine Park? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,178,500, up 8.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Erskine Park? +

The median age in Erskine Park is 37. The largest age group is 55–64 (1,015 residents, around 16%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Erskine Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Erskine Park 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 Erskine Park? +

In Erskine Park, the median weekly rent is $450, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).