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Mount Druitt

NSW 2770 • Greater Sydney

16,986
Population (2021)
$76,856
Median Household Income
6.26 km²
Area
$355/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalTrain AccessWestern SydneyCommunity-FocusedFamily-Friendly

About Mount Druitt

Mount Druitt is a major outer-western Sydney suburb located 46 km from the CBD in the Blacktown LGA, home to approximately 17,000 residents. Established largely in the 1960s and 1970s as affordable public housing, it has evolved into one of Western Sydney's most diverse and community-focused areas. The suburb has faced economic challenges but has seen sustained investment and community development over recent decades. Its large Centrelink, TAFE, and health precinct make it a significant service hub for the outer west.

Mount Druitt Town Centre provides everyday shopping with Centro Nepean being the main retail anchor, complemented by a busy market precinct. The suburb has a strong multicultural character with significant Pacific Islander, Aboriginal, and Southeast Asian communities that contribute to a rich cultural fabric. Community organisations and Western Sydney University's presence have helped foster local pride and opportunity. Despite its challenges, Mount Druitt offers affordable living and improving infrastructure in a rapidly growing part of Sydney.

Mount Druitt falls under postcode 2770 and is governed by Blacktown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Druitt electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2770
Urban Area
Mount Druitt - Whalan
LGA / Council
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Chifley
State Electorate
Mount Druitt
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 150.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
6.26 km²
Elevation
48m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1M
135 sales · ▲ 1.6% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$450K
255 sales · ▲ 0% 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)
$355
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,815
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.4%

106 state housing + 69 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mount Druitt
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • 729, 745, 747 — Penrith, Blacktown, Rooty Hill 15-35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
46 km
By Train
55 min to Central
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min

🛣️ T1 direct express services to Central, with multiple stops through Parramatta

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable around town centre and station; outer residential areas better suited to car travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Westfield Shopping Town Carlisle Avenue Mount Druitt 2770 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Mount Druitt, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Neoblie
Great Western Highway, Mount Druitt • SHR #00245
The Manse
23 The Avenue Mount Druitt • SHR #00206

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
158.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.5%
Motor vehicle theft
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
397.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
22.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Steal from vehicle
270 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.7%
View all 62 offence types for Blacktown →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
16,726
Census 2021
16,986
▲ 1.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,000
Personal Income 2021
$31,616
▲ 21.6% 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
$31,616 / yr
$608/wk
Household
$76,856 / yr
$1478/wk
Family
$84,500 / yr
$1625/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,891
Born Overseas 9,016

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 1,622
  • 2. Pakistan 1,107
  • 3. Iraq 860
  • 4. India 801
  • 5. Fiji 432
  • 6. Bangladesh 429
  • 7. New Zealand 373
  • 8. Afghanistan 303
  • 9. China 184
  • 10. Samoa 174

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,217
Filipino 2,141
English 1,887
Indian 1,242
Samoan 493
Chinese 449
Australian Aboriginal 391
Lebanese 356
Irish 350
Scottish 327

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,185
Both parents born in Australia
12,664
Both parents born overseas
985
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.7%
Islam
23.8%
No Religion
11.9%
Hinduism
5.9%
Sikhism
1.4%
Buddhism
1.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,358 (8.0%)
5-14 years
2,649 (15.6%)
15-19 years
1,085 (6.4%)
20-24 years
1,196 (7.0%)
25-34 years
2,601 (15.3%)
35-44 years
2,717 (16.0%)
45-54 years
1,963 (11.6%)
55-64 years
1,654 (9.7%)
65-74 years
1,110 (6.5%)
75-84 years
495 (2.9%)
85+ years
159 (0.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Which train line serves Mount Druitt? +

Mount Druitt is served by the T1 North Shore, Western & Blue Mountains Line, with trains to Central Station taking approximately 55 minutes and services running frequently throughout the day.

What is the median rent in Mount Druitt? +

The median weekly rent in Mount Druitt is approximately $355 per week, making it one of the most affordable suburbs in Greater Sydney with train access.

Which council/LGA covers Mount Druitt? +

Mount Druitt is part of Blacktown City Council, one of Australia's largest and most diverse local government areas in Western Sydney.

What is Mount Druitt known for? +

Mount Druitt is known as an affordable Western Sydney suburb with a strong multicultural community, significant Pacific Islander and Aboriginal heritage, a major TAFE campus, and good rail connections to Parramatta and the Sydney CBD.

What is the average income in Mount Druitt? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mount Druitt is about $608 per week (around $31,600 per year). The median household income is $1,478 per week and the median family income is $1,625 per week.

What is the median house price in Mount Druitt? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,003,000, up 1.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $450,000, up 0% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mount Druitt? +

The median age in Mount Druitt is 33. The largest age group is 35–44 (2,717 residents, around 16%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mount Druitt a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mount Druitt is part of the Blacktown 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.

What is the population of Mount Druitt? +

Mount Druitt had a population of 16,986 at the 2021 Census, up 1.6% from 16,726 in 2016.

How much is rent in Mount Druitt? +

In Mount Druitt, the median weekly rent is $355, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,815 (2021 Census).