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Jamisontown

NSW 2750 • Greater Sydney

5,321
Population (2021)
$79,976
Median Household Income
3.96 km²
Area
$370/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyRiversideSuburbanWestern Sydney

About Jamisontown

Jamisontown is a residential suburb located in the City of Penrith in Western Sydney, New South Wales, with a 2021 Census population of approximately 5,321. Situated just south of the Penrith CBD and bounded by the Nepean River to the west, it covers roughly 4 square kilometres of flat suburban land. The suburb blends older established homes with newer infill development and benefits from its proximity to central Penrith's full range of services.

Residents of Jamisontown enjoy easy walking or cycling access to Penrith city centre, the Nepean River Parklands, and Penrith Whitewater Stadium. The area is popular with young families and first-home buyers given its relative affordability compared to closer-in Sydney suburbs and its strong local amenity. Penrith Westfield and TAFE NSW are both within a few kilometres, and the suburb has a well-connected feel typical of the Penrith–Nepean corridor.

Jamisontown 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 - Central
LGA / Council
Penrith
Federal Electorate
Lindsay
State Electorate
Penrith
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 150.67°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.96 km²
Elevation
34m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.05M
45 sales · ▲ 11% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$640K
98 sales · ▲ 14.3% 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)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.3%

55 state housing + 17 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Penrith Station
1.2 km
15 min
Emu Plains Station
2.8 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 780,784,785 — Penrith CBD / St Marys 5–15 min
  • Blue Mountains Coach — Penrith Station interchange 10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
Approx. 1 hr from Penrith Station to Central (Blue Mountains Line)
By Bus
Bus to Penrith Station then train – total ~1 hr 10 min
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 75–90 min via M4 Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 50–60 min via M4

🛣️ Penrith Station is highly accessible from Jamisontown. Opal card fares apply. M4 Smart Motorway tolls apply for car commuters.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walking distance to Penrith CBD, train station, and riverside parks. Good footpath network in established streets. Cycling path along the Nepean River.

🛒 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 Jamisontown. 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
5,500
Census 2021
5,321
▼ 3.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,168
Personal Income 2021
$45,396
▲ 18.9% 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
$45,396 / yr
$873/wk
Household
$79,976 / yr
$1538/wk
Family
$105,352 / yr
$2026/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,016
Born Overseas 977

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 234
  • 2. New Zealand 85
  • 3. India 73
  • 4. Philippines 50
  • 5. China 33
  • 6. Scotland 27
  • 7. Germany 25
  • 8. Sri Lanka 22
  • 9. Iraq 19
  • 10. Ireland 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,996
Australian 1,984
Irish 599
Scottish 480
Australian Aboriginal 220
Italian 187
German 179
Indian 103
Maltese 102
Chinese 96

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,842
Both parents born in Australia
1,415
Both parents born overseas
720
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.8%
No Religion
33.0%
Islam
1.6%
Hinduism
1.1%
Buddhism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
298 (5.6%)
5-14 years
638 (12.0%)
15-19 years
268 (5.0%)
20-24 years
338 (6.4%)
25-34 years
846 (15.9%)
35-44 years
759 (14.3%)
45-54 years
575 (10.8%)
55-64 years
617 (11.6%)
65-74 years
584 (11.0%)
75-84 years
285 (5.4%)
85+ years
106 (2.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jamisontown known for? +

Jamisontown is a residential suburb located in the City of Penrith in Western Sydney, New South Wales, with a 2021 Census population of approximately 5,321.

How far is Jamisontown from Sydney CBD? +

Jamisontown is approximately 55 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around Approx. 75–90 min via M4 Motorway during peak hour and Approx. 50–60 min via M4 off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately Approx. 1 hr from Penrith Station to Central (Blue Mountains Line).

Does Jamisontown have public transport? +

Jamisontown is served by Penrith Station station (1.2 km, approximately 15 min walk) on the Blue Mountains / Main Western Line to Sydney Central. Local bus services including 780, 784, 785 also connect residents to Penrith CBD / St Marys.

What is the population of Jamisontown? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jamisontown has a population of approximately 5,321 residents.

Is Jamisontown a good place to live? +

Jamisontown is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Jamisontown? +

The postcode for Jamisontown in NSW is 2750.

What is the average income in Jamisontown? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Jamisontown is about $873 per week (around $45,400 per year). The median household income is $1,538 per week and the median family income is $2,026 per week.

What is the median house price in Jamisontown? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,050,000, up 11% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $640,000, up 14.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Jamisontown? +

The median age in Jamisontown is 38. The largest age group is 25–34 (846 residents, around 16%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Jamisontown a safe area? +

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

In Jamisontown, the median weekly rent is $370, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).